451670-FS2020-0-Algorithms, Probability and Information





Root number 451670
Semester FS2020
Type of course Lecture
Allocation to subject Computer Science
Type of exam not defined
Title Algorithms, Probability and Information
Description This course introduces randomized algorithms and probabilistic methods, which play an important role in computer science today. In addition, basic notions from information theory are developed and the entropy of a random experiment as a measure for its information content is discussed. Randomized algorithms and probabilistic methods apply to many aspects of computing, such as communication, machine learning, data analysis and cryptology. The course starts with a brief introduction to discrete probability theory and presents important tools for assessing randomized algorithms and structures, such as Chernoff bounds and the probabilistic method. Algorithms on graphs and in number theory are discussed. Entropy is introduced as a measure for the information contained in an experiment and methods for coding and compressing data are presented.
ILIAS-Link (Learning resource for course) No registration/deregistration in CTS (Admission in ILIAS possible). ILIAS
Link to another web site
Lecturers Prof. Dr. Christian CachinTeaching Staff, Faculty of Science 
ECTS 5
Recognition as optional course possible Yes
Grading 1 to 6
 
Dates Monday 13:15-16:00 Weekly
Thursday 4/6/2020 10:15-12:00
Monday 5/10/2020 16:00-19:00
 
Rooms Hörsaal 1 001, Engehalde, E8
Hörsaal 099, Exakte Wissenschaften, ExWi
 
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