Computer Science Topics for Software Engineers

Course aim

To develop an understanding of fundamental computer science theory that underpins software engineering, and skills in algorithmic problem solving.

Course content

• Automata Theory
• Regular expressions
• Context free languages/grammars
• Turing machines
• Complexity theory
• Computational learning theory

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
COMP 2012	Data Structures Essentials

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Workshop	2 hours x 13 weeks
Computer Practical	2 hours x 6 weeks
EXTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES, ONLINE
External (On-line materials and moderated discussion board)	N/A x 13 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Examination, Programming exercise, Test

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.