COSC 200 Current Topics in Computer Science

In this course, students read, present, and discuss a set of research papers selected to represent particular focus areas in computer science. The course helps students develop skills in critical analysis and communication of computational methods and results, along with an understanding of the general context underlying a research area. All students are expected to make oral presentations and both lead and participate in discussions, and they are evaluated on the quality and effectiveness of the presentations and contributions to discussions. Open only to graduate students, with instructor permission. This course is only available to Ph.D. students. M.S. students may take this course with instructor permission.  This course does not count towards the degree requirements.