Mathematics and Computer Science 261 - Theory of Computation

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Macalester College

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Investigation of the theoretical foundations of computer science as embodied in formal models of computation, including finite state automata, regular expressions, formal languages, and Turing machines. Properties of computation, including computability, unsolvability, and the theory of computational complexity. Prerequisite: Computer Science 124 and Mathematics 136, or consent of instructor. Every spring. (4 credits)

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.macalester.edu

Phone Number:

(651) 696-6000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

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Semester

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