ADA524 Selected topics in applied computer science and engineering

Contents and structure

The course deals with current topics in applied computer science and engineering, and its content will vary from time to time the course is taught.

Learning Outcome

Knowledge

The student

• has state-of-the-art knowledge on concepts and methods within the topics covered by the special curriculum.
• has state-of-the-art knowledge of technology platforms and solutions in the topics covered by the special curriculum.

Skills

The student

• can apply concepts and methods for advanced problem solving within the topics covered by the special curriculum
• can apply technology platforms and solutions for advanced problem solving in the topics covered by the special curriculum.

General competency

The student

• can participate in oral and written research-oriented discussions in the topics covered by the special curriculum
• can relate the main scientific venues and dissemination channels for research and development work to the topics covered by the special curriculum

Entry requirements

None

Teaching methods

A combination of lectures, seminars, labs, and meetings as appropriate for the special curriculum topic covered by the course.

Compulsory learning activities

Small assignments with announced deadlines.

Assessment

The course is graded A-F based on a project report, and an oral exam (presentation). The project report has a weight of 40 % in the final grade and the oral exam has a weight of 60 % in the final grade. Each of the two components must result in a pass grade in order to obtain a pass grade for the entire course.

Examination support material

Project report: All support material is permitted

Oral exam: Project report and presentation

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