Computer Science 646 - Information Retrieval

Basic and advanced techniques for text-based information systems, including retrieval models, indexing and text representation, browsing and query formulation, data-intensive computing approaches, evaluation, and issues surrounding implementation. The course will include a substantial project such as implementation of major elements of search engines and applications.

Open to Computer Science graduate students only. INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION REQUIRED FOR SENIOR CS MAJORS WHO MEET THE PREREQUISITE OF COMPSCI 445 OR 446 WITH A GRADE OF C OR BETTER AND CLEARED BY THE UPD, IF SEATS ARE AVAILABLE. SEATS HELD FOR INCOMING STUDENT REGISTRATION. STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cics.umass.edu/overrides.