Info. and Computer Sciences 191CICS1 - FYS - CICS

An exploration of computer science for first-year CICS students, focusing on a single topic.

Open to incoming Computer Science majors and students in the CICS Exploratory Track. Sections 01, 03, 05, and 07 will address 'Big Data': the ways in which the collection and analysis of data on a large scale affects our lives. Sections 02, 04, 06, and 08 will address 'Statistical Learning': using and understanding a set of tools for modeling and understanding complex data sets. Sections 09 and 10 are entitled 'Dream Big' and will feature discussion of the ideas, decisions, and pioneers that historically shaped computing, with perspectives on how we might shape the future. Section 11 will explore the philosophy of artificial intelligence and the theory of consciousness, through readings, discussion, and other activities. Additional sections on other topics may be added during the summer. REGISTRATION AVAILABLE ONLY DURING SUMMER ORIENTATION.