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Investigating The Effects Of Learning Speeds On Xpilot Agent Evolution, Gary Parker, Phil Fritzsche Oct 2011

Investigating The Effects Of Learning Speeds On Xpilot Agent Evolution, Gary Parker, Phil Fritzsche

Computer Science Faculty Publications

In this paper we present a comparison of the effects of varying play speeds on a genetic algorithm in the space combat game Xpilot. Xpilot-AI, an Xpilot add-on designed for testing learning systems, is used to evolve the controller for an Xpilot combat agent at varying frames per second to determine an optimal speed for learning. The controller is a rule-based system modified to work with a genetic algorithm that learns numeric parameters for the agent’s rule base. The goal of this research is to increase the quality and speed of standard learning algorithms in Xpilot as well as determine …


Fitness Biasing For The Box Pushing Task, Gary Parker, Jim O'Connor Oct 2011

Fitness Biasing For The Box Pushing Task, Gary Parker, Jim O'Connor

Computer Science Faculty Publications

Anytime Learning with Fitness Biasing has been shown in previous works to be an effective tool for evolving hexapod gaits. In this paper, we present the use of Anytime Learning with Fitness Biasing to evolve the controller for a robot learning the box pushing task. The robot that was built for this task, was measured to create an accurate model. The model was used in simulation to test the effectiveness of Anytime Learning with Fitness Biasing for the box pushing task. This work is the first step in new research where an automated system to test the viability of Fitness …


Using Cyclic Genetic Algorithms To Learn Gaits For An Actual Quadruped Robot, Gary Parker, William T. Tarimo Oct 2011

Using Cyclic Genetic Algorithms To Learn Gaits For An Actual Quadruped Robot, Gary Parker, William T. Tarimo

Computer Science Faculty Publications

It is a difficult task to generate optimal walking gaits for mobile legged robots. Generating and coordinating an optimal gait involves continually repeating a series of actions in order to create a sustained movement. In this work, we present the use of a Cyclic Genetic Algorithm (CGA) to learn near optimal gaits for an actual quadruped servo-robot with three degrees of movement per leg. This robot was used to create a simulation model of the movement and states of the robot which included the robot’s unique features and capabilities. The CGA used this model to learn gaits that were optimized …


Cs 240: Computer Programming - I, Michael Ondrasek Oct 2011

Cs 240: Computer Programming - I, Michael Ondrasek

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Basic concepts of programming and programming languages are introduced. Emphasis is on problem solving and object oriented programming. This course provides a general introduction to the fundamentals of computer science and programming. Examples from and applications to a broad range of problems are given. No prior knowledge of programming is assumed. The concepts covered will be applied to the Java programming language. Students must register for both lecture and one laboratory section. 4 credit hours


Cs 240: Distance Learning Computer Programming - I, Michael Ondrasek Oct 2011

Cs 240: Distance Learning Computer Programming - I, Michael Ondrasek

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Basic concepts of programming and programming languages are introduced. Emphasis is on problem solving and object oriented programming. This course provides a general introduction to the fundamentals of computer science and programming. Examples from and applications to a broad range of problems are given. No prior knowledge of programming is assumed. The concepts covered will be applied to the Java programming language. Students must register for both a lecture and laboratory section. 4 credit hours.


Cs 241: Computer Programming Ii, Jay Dejongh Oct 2011

Cs 241: Computer Programming Ii, Jay Dejongh

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

A continuation of CS 240. The emphasis is on data abstraction and software engineering. Prerequisite: CS240.


Cs 209: Computer Programming For Business Ii, Dennis Kellermeier Oct 2011

Cs 209: Computer Programming For Business Ii, Dennis Kellermeier

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

CS 209 is the second of a two quarter sequence in programming for business students. It is required for Management Information Science majors. The courses are designed to help students achieve a high degree of facility in intermediate level programming.


Cs 214: Visual Basic Programming, Eric Saunders Oct 2011

Cs 214: Visual Basic Programming, Eric Saunders

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course will cover the fundamentals of object-oriented computer programming; with an emphasis on design, structure, debugging, and testing. Visual Basic 2010 will be used for developing programs.


Cs 206-01: Computer Software Productivity Tools, John P. Herzog Oct 2011

Cs 206-01: Computer Software Productivity Tools, John P. Herzog

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Focus on learning MS Office software applications including advanced topics in spreadsheets, database and presentation graphics, using a case study approach where critical thinking and problem solving skills are required. Computer concepts are integrated throughout the course to provide an understanding of advanced computing, the latest technological advances and how they are used in industry. Ethics and issues encountered in business are discussed to challenge students on societal impact of technology.


Cs 242: Computer Programming Iii, Mateen M. Rizki Oct 2011

Cs 242: Computer Programming Iii, Mateen M. Rizki

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.


Cs 340: Programming Language Workshop In Python, Krishnaprasad Thirunarayan Oct 2011

Cs 340: Programming Language Workshop In Python, Krishnaprasad Thirunarayan

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course is designed as a self-study in Python. You are expected to learn the language and solve a set of programming problems assigned to you from Budd's text using Python available from http://www.python.org. There are no exams. We officially meet only once in the quarter. However, I will be available in the posted office hours for clarifications and discussions about the programming problems.


Cs 400/600: Data Structures And Software Design, Meilin Liu Oct 2011

Cs 400/600: Data Structures And Software Design, Meilin Liu

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This is a fundamental course for students majoring in Computer Science. Students will learn: basic algorithm analysis techniques; asymptotic complexity; big-0 and big-Omega notations; efficient algorithms for discrete structures including lists, trees, stacks, and graphs; fundamental computing algorithms including sorting, searching, and hashing techniques.


Cs 400/600: Date Structures And Algorithms, Keke Chen Oct 2011

Cs 400/600: Date Structures And Algorithms, Keke Chen

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course will cover the introduction to the fundamentals of algorithm design and analysis, the implementation of classical data structures and control structures, and the basic problem solving techniques.


Cs 415: Social Implications Of Computing, Leo Finkelstein Oct 2011

Cs 415: Social Implications Of Computing, Leo Finkelstein

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

CS 415 is a communication skills course using as its subject matter current salient issues associated with the social implications of computing. In addition to the course text, you will need to use certain reading materials in the library and elsewhere, and you will be responsible for using concepts and theories provided in class lectures and discussions.


Cs 466/666: Introduction To Formal Languages, Guozhu Dong Oct 2011

Cs 466/666: Introduction To Formal Languages, Guozhu Dong

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

CS 466/666 is an introduction to formal language and automata theory. In this course we will examine methods for defining syntax of languages and recognizing patterns in strings/sentences: the syntax of languages can be defined using grammars and the patterns can be accepted by finite state machines. Along with presenting the fundamentals of these two topics, the course will develop and investigate the relationships between language definition mechanisms and pattern recognition devices. The text will be the third edition of Languages and Machines: An Introduction to the Theory o/Computer Science, by Thomas Sudkamp.


Cs 475/675-01: Web Information Systems, Amit P. Sheth Oct 2011

Cs 475/675-01: Web Information Systems, Amit P. Sheth

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.


Cs 499/699: Cloud Computing, Keke Chen Oct 2011

Cs 499/699: Cloud Computing, Keke Chen

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This is an introductory course to cloud computing. In this course, we will explore a few aspects of cloud computing: distributed data crunching with MapReduce, cloud and datacenter filesystems, virtualization, cloud security&privacy, Amazon Web Services, and interactive web-based applications. Students are expected to finish several mini projects, read some papers, and take the final exam. Participation in the class discussion is strongly encouraged. Guest speakers might be invited for some particular topics. (3Hours Lecture + 1 Hour lab).


Cs 780: Compiler Design And Construction I, Krishnaprasad Thirunarayan Oct 2011

Cs 780: Compiler Design And Construction I, Krishnaprasad Thirunarayan

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course deals with the theory and practice of compiler design. Topics emphasized are scanning and parsing. If time permits, semantic analysis will also be covered.


Cs 740: Algorithms, Complexity And The Theory Of Computability, Michael L. Raymer Oct 2011

Cs 740: Algorithms, Complexity And The Theory Of Computability, Michael L. Raymer

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.


Cs/Mth 410/610-01: Theoretical Foundations Of Computing, Sarah Gothard Oct 2011

Cs/Mth 410/610-01: Theoretical Foundations Of Computing, Sarah Gothard

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Turing machines; partial-recursive functions; equivalence of computing paradigms; Church-Turing thesis; undecidability; intractability. Four hours lecture.


Cs/Bio 471/671: Algorithms For Bioinformatics, Michael L. Raymer Oct 2011

Cs/Bio 471/671: Algorithms For Bioinformatics, Michael L. Raymer

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Theory-oriented approach to the application of contemporary algorithms to bioinformatics. Graph theory, complexity theory, dynamic programming and optimization techniques are introduced in the context of application toward solving specific computational problems in molecular genetics. 4 credit hours.


Cs/Mth 316/516: Survey Of Numerical Methods For Computational Science, Michael Linger Oct 2011

Cs/Mth 316/516: Survey Of Numerical Methods For Computational Science, Michael Linger

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Introduction to numerical methods used in the sciences and engineering. Included will be methods for interpolation, data smoothing, integration, differentiation, and solution of systems of linear and nonlinear equations. Discussion of sources of error in numerical methods. Applications to science, engineering and applied mathematics are an integral part of the course. Special topics presented as schedule permits. Four hours lecture.


Cs 205-08: Introduction To Computers And Office Productivity Software, Terri Bauer Oct 2011

Cs 205-08: Introduction To Computers And Office Productivity Software, Terri Bauer

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Focus on learning MS Office software applications including intermediate word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation graphics using a case study approach where critical thinking and problem solving skills are required. Computer concepts are integrated throughout the course to provide an understanding of the basics of computing, the latest technological advances and how they are used in industry. Ethics and issues encountered in business are discussed to challenge students on societal impact of technology.


Towards Interval Techniques For Model Validation, Jaime Nava, Vladik Kreinovich Oct 2011

Propagating Range (Uncertainty) And Continuity Information Through Computations: From Real-Valued Intervals To General Sets, Vladik Kreinovich Oct 2011

Propagating Range (Uncertainty) And Continuity Information Through Computations: From Real-Valued Intervals To General Sets, Vladik Kreinovich

Departmental Technical Reports (CS)

One of the main problems of interval computations is to find an enclosure Y that contains the range f(X1, ..., Xn) of a given function f(x1, ..., xn) over given intervals X1, ..., Xn. Most of the techniques for estimating this range are based on propagating the range through computations. Specifically, we follow the computations of f(x1, ..., xn) step-by-step: we start with ranges X1, ..., Xn of the inputs, and then we sequentially compute the enclosures for the ranges of …


Ceg 260-01: Digital Computer Hardware And Switching Circuits, John C. Gallagher Oct 2011

Ceg 260-01: Digital Computer Hardware And Switching Circuits, John C. Gallagher

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course covers the design and analysis of basic digital circuits for computation. Topics will Include number systems, basic Boolean algebra, combinational circuit design and analysis, basic Medium Scale Integration (MSI) components, basic memory devices, basic sequential circuits, and binary arithmetic. At the end of this course you should be able to design, optimize, and Implement combinational logic for a variety of applications. You should also be familiar with basic MSI components and sequential circuit concepts In preparation for more advanced study of computer architecture, sequential circuit analysis, design, and optimization.


Cs 208: Computer Programming For Business I, David M. Hutchison Oct 2011

Cs 208: Computer Programming For Business I, David M. Hutchison

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

CS 208 Is the first In a sequence of two programming classes required for MIS majors. This course will Introduce students to the basic concepts of programming. Examples are from business applications and display graphics and emphasis Is on problem solving with the computer as a tool.


Ceg 210-01: Pc Networking I, Chris P. Fickert Oct 2011

Ceg 210-01: Pc Networking I, Chris P. Fickert

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Introduction to networking technologies including infrastructure and architectures, standards, protocols and directory services, administration, security and management. Integrated lecture and lab.


Ceg 220-01: Introduction To C Programming For Engineers, Jay Dejongh Oct 2011

Ceg 220-01: Introduction To C Programming For Engineers, Jay Dejongh

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course provides a general introduction to computers as a problem-solving tool using the C programming language. Emphasis is on algorithms and techniques useful to engineers. Topics include data representation, debugging, and program verification. 4 credit hours. Prerequisite: MTR 229 (Calculus I) or EGR 101 (Engineering Mathematics). The course includes a scheduled laboratory section for which you must register.


Ceg 320/520-01: Computer Organization, Sarah Gothard Oct 2011

Ceg 320/520-01: Computer Organization, Sarah Gothard

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Organizational and sequential operation of a digital computer. Program control, memory organization and hierarchy, stacks and parameter passing, interrupts and traps, I/O devices, program structure, machine code and assembly language. Three hours lecture, two hours lab.