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In order to put my views of the mathematical aspects of computer science trainin g in perspective, I have made a gross (and uneven) course outline of this portion of th e curriculum . Obviously, it is not a revolutionary plan ; basic programs of any valu e deal with material of lasting value . I would emphasize the mathematics for application s more (probability, statistics, optimization theory) at the possible expense of moder n algebra . A major contribution we can make over Curriculum 68 is to give more attentio n to suggesting priorities, both over the curriculum and within specific courses . Fo r example, I suggest logic and computability be compressed into one course with les s detail than a standard mathematical logic course or computability course (includin g Curriculum 68, Course A7) . For most students the basic concepts are worthwhile an d the next level of detail is irrelevant . The automata course is altered from Curriculu m 68 and Optimization Theory and Analysis of Algorithms courses are added .

Author

D. Loveland

Publisher

ACM

Published

1974

Language

EN