Computer Science 575 - Combntrcs&Graph Thry

Fall
2026
02
3.00
Marius Minea

TU TH 11:30AM 12:45PM

UMass Amherst
12292
Computer Science Bldg rm 142
marius@cs.umass.edu
12291,15440
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.

Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.