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COS 160 Structured Problem Solving: Java

An introduction to the use of digital computers for problem solving, employing the Java programming language as a vehicle. Content includes elementary control structures and data representation methods provided by Java and the object-oriented programming methodology. Course requirements include a substantial number of programming projects. This course must be taken concurrently with COS 170. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in MAT 108 or appropriate placement score. Offered fall and spring. Cr 3.
Section(s):

Class Number: 80091
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0001
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Xin XZ Zhang
Enrollment: 20 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: On Site Class
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This course must be taken concurrently with COS 170 0001. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: grade of C or better in MAT 108 or appropriate placement score
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MondayWednesday 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM Science Building 290 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Xin XZ Zhang

Class Number: 80092
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0002
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Yuqi Song
Enrollment: 37 of 40 seats
Location: Web/Online
Instruction Method: Online/Online
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This course must be taken concurrently with COS 170 0002. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: grade of C or better in MAT 108 or appropriate placement score
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n/a Online 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Yuqi Song

Class Number: 80093
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0003
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Yuqi Song
Enrollment: 26 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: On Site Class
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This course must be taken concurrently with COS 170 0003. Prerequisites: Prerequisites: grade of C or better in MAT 108 or appropriate placement score
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TuesdayThursday 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM Payson Smith 42 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Yuqi Song
[UMS06]

COS 161 Algorithms in Programming

The development of algorithms and their implementations in a higher-level programming language, with emphasis on proper design principles and advanced programming concepts. Introduction to the performance analysis of algorithms. Course requirements include a substantial number of programming projects. Prerequisites: grade of C or better in COS 160 or permission of instructor. Offered fall and spring Cr 4.
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Class Number: 80094
Credits: 4
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0001
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Xin XZ Zhang, Sarah Mbumba Kayembe
Enrollment: 27 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: On Site Class
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Prerequisites: Prerequisite: C or higher in COS 160
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MondayWednesday 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM Science Building 290 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Xin XZ Zhang
Monday 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM Luther Bonney 202 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Xin XZ Zhang, Sarah Mbumba Kayembe
[UMS06]

COS 170 Structured Programming Laboratory

Computational experiments will be designed to teach students how to construct reliable software using Java. Topics to be covered include: Windows system, conditional program flow, iteration, procedures and functions, and symbolic debugging. This course must be taken concurrently with COS 160. Offered fall and spring. Cr 1.
Section(s):

Class Number: 80773
Credits: 1
Class Component: Laboratory
Section: 0001
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Xin XZ Zhang, Nicholas Parker Largey
Enrollment: 13 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: On Site Class
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This lab must be taken concurrently with COS 160 0001 with the same instructor. Prerequisites: Corequisite: COS 160
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Wednesday 12:30 PM - 1:20 PM Luther Bonney 202 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Xin XZ Zhang, Nicholas Parker Largey

Class Number: 80774
Credits: 1
Class Component: Laboratory
Section: 0002
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Yuqi Song, Nicholas Parker Largey
Enrollment: 39 of 40 seats
Location: Web/Online
Instruction Method: Online/Online
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This lab must be taken concurrently with COS 160 0002. Prerequisites: Corequisite: COS 160
DAYS & TIMES ROOM DATES INSTRUCTOR(S)
n/a Online 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Yuqi Song, Nicholas Parker Largey

Class Number: 80775
Credits: 1
Class Component: Laboratory
Section: 0003
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Yuqi Song, Nicholas Parker Largey
Enrollment: 27 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: On Site Class
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This lab must be taken concurrently with COS 160 0003. Prerequisites: Corequisite: COS 160
DAYS & TIMES ROOM DATES INSTRUCTOR(S)
Thursday 2:30 PM - 3:20 PM Glickman 518 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Yuqi Song, Nicholas Parker Largey
[UMS06]

COS 184 Python Programming

A first introduction to computer programming for solving practical problems, taught in Python, a modern object-oriented, dynamic computer language. The course teaches how to represent aggregates of data, process data selectively and repetitively, structure programs with functions and use predefined libraries with an eye towards acquiring, managing, visualizing and performing basic analysis of sets of data. Students will conduct hands-on programming, both at home and in the lab. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in MAT 108 or permission of instructor. Cr 4.
Section(s):

Class Number: 81291
Credits: 4
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0001
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): David F Bantz
Enrollment: 29 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: On Site Class
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Prerequisites: Prerequisite: grade of C or better in MAT 108
DAYS & TIMES ROOM DATES INSTRUCTOR(S)
MondayWednesday 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM Glickman 518 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 David F Bantz
Wednesday 5:00 PM - 5:50 PM Glickman 518 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 David F Bantz
[UMS06]

COS 199 Topics in Computer Programming

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Unity

Class Number: 88615
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0001
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Ryan S Whittle
Enrollment: 13 of 20 seats
Location: Web/Online
Instruction Method: Web Synchronous/Distance Synchronous Learning
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In this course, students will delve into the fundamentals of game development with a strong focus on practical application. Through hands-on projects using the Unity game engine, students will construct four unique games guided by the resources and instruction provided in the course materials. The latter part of the class will empower students to unleash their creativity by pitching and crafting their own video game prototype. By the end of the course, students will have not only gained proficiency in Unity but also honed their skills in conceptualizing and developing original game ideas. Prerequisites:
DAYS & TIMES ROOM DATES INSTRUCTOR(S)
MondayWednesday 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM Online Live 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Ryan S Whittle
[UMS06]

COS 285 Data Structures

Basic abstract data types and their representations, fundamental algorithms, and algorithm analysis. Consideration is given to applications. Specific topics include linked structures, trees, searching and sorting, priority queues, graphs, and hashing. Course requirements include a substantial programming component. Prerequisites: grades of C or better in COS 161, and MAT 145 or MAT 152 or their equivalents, or permission of instructor. Offered fall. Cr 4.
Section(s):

Class Number: 89353
Credits: 4
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0002
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Behrooz BM Mansouri
Enrollment: 9 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: On Site Class
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Prerequisites: Prerequisites: C or higher in COS 161 and MAT 145 or MAT 152 or their equivalents
DAYS & TIMES ROOM DATES INSTRUCTOR(S)
TuesdayThursday 3:30 PM - 4:45 PM Luther Bonney 326 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Behrooz BM Mansouri
Tuesday 5:00 PM - 5:50 PM Science Building 290 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Behrooz BM Mansouri
[UMS06]

COS 398 Professional Ethics and Social Impact of Computing

A study of ethical perspectives and social responsibilities of computer professionals. Assigned readings provide the basis for class discussions of such issues as social control and privacy, computer viruses, ACM code of professional conduct, hacking, limits of correctness in computer software, military influence on computer science research and education. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in COS 161 or permission of instructor.Offered spring. Cr 3.
Section(s):

Class Number: 81157
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0001
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): Tiffany S Rad
Enrollment: 29 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: Blended/Hybrid/Blended
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This is a blended course meeting partly on-campus and partly online. Required on-campus class meetings will occur during the scheduled time. Students will be notified of the dates of the on-campus class meetings before the start of the semester. Prerequisites: Prerequisite: COS161 (min C)
DAYS & TIMES ROOM DATES INSTRUCTOR(S)
Monday 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM Luther Bonney 523 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Tiffany S Rad
n/a Online 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Tiffany S Rad
[UMS06]

COS 470 Topics in Computer Science

Topics to be covered may include philosophy of computers, history of computers, computers and society, simulation, graphics, and other advanced topics. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in COS 285 or permission of the instructor. Cr 3-4.
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Intro to Information Retrieval

Class Number: 81465
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0001
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Closed
Instructor(s): Behrooz BM Mansouri
Enrollment: 27 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: On Site Class
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An introduction to the theories and implementation techniques used in modern search engines. As part of the course, students will develop their own search engines using available information retrieval (IR) toolkits. Topics in the course include user interfaces for information retrieval systems, search result evaluation, text processing including natural language processing, retrieval models (e.g., Boolean, vector space, probabilistic, and learning-based methods such as neural information retrieval), and ethical dilemmas regarding the use of IR systems in society. Prerequisites: Prerequisite: C or higher in COS 285
DAYS & TIMES ROOM DATES INSTRUCTOR(S)
TuesdayThursday 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM Science Building 290 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Behrooz BM Mansouri

Image Processing & Comp Vision

Class Number: 81545
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0002
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Closed
Instructor(s): Xin XZ Zhang
Enrollment: 22 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: On Site Class
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In "Image Processing and Computer Vision," students will delve into the fascinating realm of visual data analysis. The curriculum covers fundamental image processing concepts, leveraging the powerful OpenCV library. From mastering basic image manipulation techniques to exploring Convolutional Neural Networks (CNNs) for advanced computer vision tasks, students will gain a comprehensive understanding of visual data analysis. This hands-on course combines theoretical foundations with real-world implementation, empowering students to apply their knowledge in diverse fields such as computer vision, artificial intelligence, and image recognition. Prerequisites: Prerequisite: C or higher in COS 285
DAYS & TIMES ROOM DATES INSTRUCTOR(S)
MondayWednesday 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Luther Bonney 402 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Xin XZ Zhang
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COS 472 Artificial Intelligence and Data Mining

An introduction to the underlying concepts and applications of intelligent systems. Topics include heuristic search techniques, pattern matching, rule-based systems, computer representations of knowledge, and machine learning and data mining techniques. Course work includes regular labs and large projects. Students will learn to conduct research in artificial intelligence and will complete a modest research project. Prerequisite: grade of C or better in COS 285 or permission of instructor. Offered once every two years. Cr 3.
Section(s):

Class Number: 82332
Credits: 3
Class Component: Lecture
Section: 0001
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Closed
Instructor(s): Yuqi Song
Enrollment: 25 of 30 seats
Location: Portland USM Campus
Instruction Method: On Site Class
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Prerequisites: Prerequisite: C or higher in COS 285
DAYS & TIMES ROOM DATES INSTRUCTOR(S)
TuesdayThursday 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM Payson Smith 204 - P 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 Yuqi Song
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COS 498 Computer Science Internship

An opportunity for students to gain practical experience in computer science-related employment. The University's internship program provides placement. This course is offered on a pass/fail basis only, does not fulfill any computer science requirement, and a maximum of 6 credits may be taken. Cr 1-3.
Section(s):

Class Number: 81899
Credits: 1 - 3
Class Component: Research
Section: 0001
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): TBA
Enrollment: 0 of 1 seats
Location: USM - Other
Instruction Method: By Arrangement
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n/a Arranged 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 TBA

Class Number: 90038
Credits: 1 - 3
Class Component: Research
Section: 0002
Dates: 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024
Status: Open
Instructor(s): James Edward Quinlan
Enrollment: 1 of 5 seats
Location: USM - Other
Instruction Method: By Arrangement
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n/a Arranged 9/3/2024 - 12/13/2024 James Edward Quinlan
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