This course will introduce the basic concepts of Information Theory: entropy, relative entropy, mutual information, channel capacity, and rate distortion. Applications, rather than proofs, will be emphasized. In addition, the statistical problem of computing information theoretic quantities from data will be emphasized. Non-parametric and semi-parametric statistical models will also be covered.

The design and analysis of efficient algorithms for important computational problems. Paradigms for algorithm design including Divide and Conquer, Greedy Algorithms, Dynamic Programming; and, the use of Randomness and Parallelism in algorithms. Algorithms for Sorting and Searching, Graph Algorithms, Approximation Algorithms for NP Complete Problems, and others. Prerequisites: The mathematical maturity expected of incoming Computer Science graduate students, knowledge of algorithms at the level of COMPSCI 311.

Mechatronics as the synergistic integration of mechanical design, electronics design, controls, and embedded programming throughout the product and process design, with the aim to optimize the final design output. Mechatronic product design, with a focus on integrating the various engineering disciplines into electromechanical systems. Students work in teams on mechatronic design projects using a microcontroller development system.

Fundamental concepts and systems aspects of computer networks. Topics include a review of the layered Internet architecture and encompass router design, lookup and classification algorithms, scheduling algorithms, congestion control, wireless protocols, and network security. The goal of the course is to explore the key technical and research questions in computer networks as well as to convey the necessary analytical, simulation, and measurement techniques.

From fighting Jim Crow segregation to challenging the recent Muslim travel ban, judicial review has historically been used as a strategy to reign-in executive and legislative over-reach and protect Constitutional rights. This course will examine how lawyers, social movements, and everyday people have used litigation to advocate for social justice in the United States.

This course will examine the history of social and political movements on issues related to science, technology, and medicine. Examples include movements for organic agriculture, against nuclear energy, promoting science literacy, opposing genetic determinism, for climate justice, and much more.

This course will focus on the main characteristics of French science fiction and fantasy literature in the 20th and 21st centuries through the study of three novels, a short story anthology, and a comic book. The common theme that all these narratives share is how humanity envisions its evolution - as can be seen through the exploration of how Jules Verne, magicians, witches, and dragons fit together in uchronic and steampunk possible worlds. The science fiction texts also address the related themes of the very limits of the differences between men and animals and the posthuman agenda.

The theory of digital circuits and computer systems stressing general techniques for the analysis and synthesis of combinational and sequential logic systems. Limited to ENGIN EE and CSE majors.

The theory of digital circuits and computer systems stressing general techniques for the analysis and synthesis of combinational and sequential logic systems. Limited to ENGIN EE and CSE majors.