CMPSCI 401 - Formal Language Theory

Institution:

University of Massachusetts Amherst

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Description:

Introduction to formal language theory. Topics include finite state languages, context-free languages, the relationship between language classes and formal machine models, the Turing Machine model of computation, theories of computability, resource-bounded models, and NP-completeness. It is recommended that students have a 'B-' or better in CMPSCI 311 in order to attempt CMPSCI 401.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.umass.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 545-0111

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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