Mathematical techniques useful in the study of computing and information processing. The mathematical method of definition and proof. Sets, functions, and relations. Combinatorics, probability and probabilistic reasoning. Graphs and trees as models of data and of computational processes. Prerequisite: R1 math skills recommended. Not intended for Computer Science majors - students interested in a majors-level treatment of this material should see COMPSCI 240 and 250, or MATH 455.

An exploration of computer science for first-year CICS students, focusing on a single topic.

An exploration of computer science for first-year CICS students, focusing on a single topic.

An exploration of computer science for first-year CICS students, focusing on a single topic.

An exploration of computer science for first-year CICS students, focusing on a single topic.

An exploration of computer science for first-year CICS students, focusing on a single topic.

An exploration of computer science for first-year CICS students, focusing on a single topic.

An exploration of computer science for first-year CICS students, focusing on a single topic.

An exploration of computer science for first-year CICS students, focusing on a single topic.

A weekly seminar for students in the Computing and Informatics Exploratory Track RAP residential program. Exploration of strategies for success at UMass and computer science topics through presentations and problem-solving games. Open only to first-year students in the Computing and Informatics Exploratory Track RAP. This course does not count toward any requirements for the CS major or minor.