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3.00 Credits
With the increasing ubiquity of computers and computer networks, issues of privacy and security are becoming increasingly important for computing professionals. This course introduces students to a number of related areas in computer security. Topics covered include classical cryptography, public-key cryptography, block and stream ciphers, file system security, network security, Internet and web-based security, and design principles behind cryptographic systems. In addition, the course examines social, political, legal, and ethical issues related to security systems. Prereq: CS 226 and MATH 175; O; J. Dooley
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3.00 Credits
As computing becomes more pervasive, there is a growing need to understand the point where humans and machines connect. This course is a survey of topics that arise from examination of this connection. Topics include user interface design, usability analysis, scientific visualization, novel interfaces, and an exploration of what happens when it all goes terribly wrong. Prereq: CS 262; O; STAFF
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3.00 Credits
Getting computers to process human language intelligently was one of the earliest goals in computer science, and the task continues today. This course gives a survey of the area, including both 'pure' topics like morphological analysis andparsing, and applications, such as machine translation, question answering, and dialogue systems. There is a strong emphasis on the recent shift toward statistical methods. Prereq: CS 262; O; D. Blaheta
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3.00 Credits
An advanced study of a special topic in computer science not substantially covered in the regular curriculum. Resources are usually drawn from the current computing literature. Emphasis is on student presentations and independent writing and research. Students submit a major paper and give a public lecture. Prereq: senior standing; STAFF
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0.50 Credits
Practice in basic skills of English including reading, writing, listening, and speaking through intensive projects and extensive writing assignments. Emphasis is on the effective expression and comprehension of ideas. Prereq: first-year standing; J. Haslem
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0.50 Credits
Further work in language skills with an emphasis on development of reading and writing. Prereq: total course load not exceeding 3 credits; May be repeated once for credit provided that credit has not been earned in CTL 100; J. Haslem
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0.50 Credits
For first-year Knox students whose first language is not English. Course work is aimed at developing speaking, listening, and critical reading and writing skills. J. Haslem
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0.50 Credits
A review of basic high school mathematics, including algebra and basic analytic geometry, individually tailored to each student's particular needs. This course is intended to prepare students for MATH 121 and/or STAT 200. Upon completion of the course, students are recommended to move directly into one of those courses in the subsequent term. Prereq: Course placement as identified by the Registrar; Credit may not be earned for both CTL 120 and CTL 130; M.J. Shroyer
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0.50 Credits
A course in the algebra of linear, polynomial, and rational expressions and functions, including an examination of the relationship between algebraic and graphical formulations of equations and functions. Students are recommended to move directly into MATH 140 in the subsequent term. Prereq: Course placement as identified by the Registrar; Credit may not be earned for both CTL 120 and CTL 130; M.J. Shroyer
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The course will help students improve their understanding of writing pedagogy with a particular emphasis on putting theory into practice when helping their fellow students as CTL writing tutors. Students will be given an opportunity, through readings, writing assignments, and class discussion, to reflect upon their own experiences and to develop appropriate methods for addressing a variety of tutoring scenarios. Prereq: ENG/CTL 202; Students who take this course must be employed as CTL writing tutors; S. Trotter-Martin
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