COSC 440 - Theory of Computation

Institution:

St Mary's College of Maryland

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Description:

This course examines the mathematical models underlying computer science. Topics include finite automata; regular languages and regular grammars; context-free languages; simplification of context-free grammars and normal forms; push-down automata; Turing machines; limits of algorithmic computation; and NPcompleteness. Prerequisite: COSC 251. Majors, Minors, Other Programs of Study, Course Descriptions

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.smcm.edu

Phone Number:

(240) 895-2000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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