Mathematics and Computer Science

Catalog description

This course examines how mathematics has influenced computer science, and how computer science has influenced mathematics. It covers a range of topics which sit at the intersection of mathematics and computer science, such as encryption, randomness, computational geometry, fractals, prime numbers, numerical methods, image processing, and simulations. Most topics are approached through developing static and animated visualizations of mathematical concepts. Prerequisite: CSE 271 and ( MTH 231 or MTH 331 ).