Theory of Computation

This course explores the nature of computation and what it means to compute. We study important models of computation (finite automata, push-down automata, and Turing machines) and investigate their fundamental computational power. We examine various problems and try to determine the computational power needed to solve them. Topics include deterministic versus non-deterministic computation, and a theoretical basis for the study of NP-completeness. (CSCI 0200 and CSCI 0201) 3 hrs. lect./disc.

Schedule
2:15pm-3:30pm on Tuesday, Thursday (Feb 12, 2024 to May 13, 2024)
Location
75 Shannon Street 202
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