Computer Science 145 - Rep, Storing & Retrieving Info

Spring
2016
01
3.00
William Verts
M W F 11:15AM 12:05PM
UMass Amherst
64246
The use of data in computer systems. Formats for representing text, sound, images, ets. as strings of bits. Basic information theory, use and limitations of file compression. PreRequisite: R1
This course is open to Non-COMPSCI majors only. Pre Req: R1 Gen Ed NOT FOR MAJOR CREDIT. STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cs.umass.edu/overrides.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.