Computer Science 575 - Combntrcs&Graph Thry
Fall
2025
02
3.00
Paul Gunnells
TU TH 10:00AM 11:15AM
UMass Amherst
69955
Lederle Grad Res. Ctr rm A201
gunnells@umass.edu
64889,69954
Cross-listed with Math 513. A basic introduction to combinatorics and graph theory for advanced students in computer science, mathematics, and related fields. Topics include elements of graph theory, Euler and Hamiltonian circuits, graph coloring, matching, basic counting methods; generating functions; recurrences; inclusion-exclusion; Polya's theory of counting. Prerequisites: mathematical maturity; calculus; linear algebra; discrete mathematics course such as Comp-Sci 250 or Math 455. Math 411 recommended but not required.
MS-CMPSCI students only CROSS-LISTED WITH MATH 513. LECT 01 FOR UNDERGRADS; LECT 02 FOR GRADS. IF NOT MEETING PREREQUISITES, STUDENTS MUST SEEK INSTRUCTOR PERMISSION VIA THE OVERRIDE PROCESS. STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cics.umass.edu/academics/course-overrides.