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Computer Science 323
Computing for the Physical and Social Sciences
William J. Cook |
Fall 2001 |
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Course Summary
Principles of scientific computation, driven by current applications in biology,
physics, economics, engineering, etc. Topics include: simulation, integration
of different equations, iterative optimization algorithms, stability and
accuracy issues. Students will pursue projects in a variety of fields, writing
their own computer programs and also using higher-level tools such as
Mathematica. Prerequisites: COS 126 and MAT 104.
Assignments
1. Simulating Population Genetics     Postscript    PDF
2. Traveling Salesman Problem     Postscript    PDF    HTML    (Additional Material)
3. Option Trading     Postscript    PDF
4. Ground States of Ising Spin Glasses     Postscript    PDF
Administrative Information
Lectures: TTh 1:30-2:50, Room: 103
Precepts: MW 3:30-4:20, Room: 402
Professor: William J. Cook -
208 Fine Hall - 258-6495
bico@math.princeton.edu
Undergraduate Coordinator:
Tina McCoy -
410 CS Building - 258-1746
tmmccoy@cs.princeton.edu
Teaching Assistant:
Robert Osada (rosada@cs)