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Cs 891-01: Information Retrieval, Extraction, And Management, Krishnaprasad Thirunarayan

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course expects an advanced Ph.D. student to (i) review background material in the area of Information Retrieval, Extraction, and Management, and (ii) develop/deliver a presentation on a mutually acceptable topic.

Cs 409/609-01: Principles Of Artificial Intelligence, Shaojun Wang

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Cs 466/666-01: Introduction To Formal Languages, Thomas Sudkamp

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: the languages can be defined using a rule-based systems called grammars and patterns can be recognized by the computations of finite state machines. Along with presenting the fundamentals of these two topics, the course will develop and investigate the relationships between language definition and pattern recognition. The text will be the third edition of Languages and Machines: An Introduction to the Theory of Computer Science.

Cs 405/605-01: Introduction To Database Management Systems, Guozhu Dong

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Survey of logical and physical aspects of database management systems. Data models including entity-relationship (ER) and relational are presented. Physical implementation (data organization and indexing) methods are discussed. Query languages including SQL, relational algebra, relational calculus, and QBE are introduced. Students will also gain experience in creating and manipulating a database.

The course is mostly concerned with the design and querying of databases. A follow up course, CS701, is concerned with the design of system functions for managing databases.

Cs 740-01: Algorithms, Complexity And The Theory Of Computability, Thomas Sudkamp

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

The objective of this course is to use the formal algorithmic system provided by Turing machines as a tool to analyze the complexity of decision and optimization problems and the algorithms that solve them. The topics to be covered include

•the definition of the time and space complexity of a deterministic algorithm

•the classes of deterministic polynomial and non-polynomial time languages

•the complexity of nondeterministic algorithms

•the P=NP question (relationship between solvability by deterministic and
nondeterministic polynomial time algorithms)

•the implications oaf solution to the P=NP question

•NP completeness and examples of NP complete problems

•classes of NP complete problems …

Cs 340-01: Programming Language Workshop In Java, Ronald F. Taylor

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course is designed as a self-study in Java. You are expected to work independently to learn the Java language and solve a set of programming problems assigned to you using latest Java SDK available at http:/java.sun.com or other software as approved by the instructor. There are no exams. We officially meet only once in a quarter. However, I will be available in the posted office hours for clarifications and general discussion of the programming assignments. Do not expect support in debugging badly documented cod~.

Ceg 468/668: Managing The Software Development Process, John A. Reisner

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course will cover some of the challenges and issues associated with managing software projects. Emphasis will occur on two fronts: (1) the software project manager's view (that is, what considerations and obstacles confront project managers during software development), and (2) the organizational view (that is, how organizations can foster a climate where software project management is performed smartly throughout an organization).

Ceg 435/635-01: Distributed Computing And Systems, Yong Pei

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Study of process coordination, client-server computing, network and distributed operating systems, network and distributed file systems, concurrency control, recovery of distributed transactions, and fault-tolerant computing.

Ceg 725-01: Computer Vision Ii, Bin Wang

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Ceg 499/699-01: Wireless Sensor Networks, Bin Wang

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Ceg 460/660-01: Introduction To Software Computer Engineering, Robert J. Weber

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course is concerned with the techniques of designing and constructing large programs. Some of the required basic concepts necessarily have to be developed using small programs as examples. To this extent, we also study programming-in-the-small. The overall objectives are to present an overview of issues in the development of software, to discuss terminology, to illustrate via example case studies, and to give sufficiently detailed advice on how to develop quality software. Hands-on experience is emphasized through the use of homework and a class project.

Ceg 726-01: Pattern Recognition, Arthur A. Goshtasby

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Ceg 498-01: Team Projects I And Ii, John C. Gallagher

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

CEG 498 (Team Projects I and II) is a summative computer engineering design project course that builds upon previous engineering, science, mathematics and communications course work. CEG 498 projects are a minimum of two quarters in length and must be completed in groups of at least three students. Projects are selected under the guidance of the course instructor and are tailored to both student interest and formal classroom preparation. Students are evaluated both on their individual contributions as recorded in a graded engineering journals and on the quality of their collective efforts as reflected in group generated products.

Ceg 820-01: Computer Architecture Ii, Soon M. Chung

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Continuation of CEG720 with more details on multiprocessor systems, parallel processing, and performance analysis.

Ceg 860-01: Object-Oriented Programming, Krishnaprasad Thirunarayan

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course motivates the need for object-oriented programming, and studies, in detail, object-oriented programming techniques, languages, and technology. The lectures will focus on the foundations of OOP, while the student presentations will focus on the applications and extensions of Object Technology.

Cs 206-01: Advanced Concepts/Techniques And Software Productivity Tools, John P. Herzog

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

By the end of this course, the students will have a greater depth of understanding in the areas of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation software and web design using Microsoft Word, Microsoft FrontPage, Microsoft Excel, Access, and PowerPoint covering the following topics.
Microsoft Word 2003:
Tutorial 5: Creating Styles, Outlines, Tables, and Tables of Contents

Tutorial 6: Creating Form Letters and Mailing Labels

Microsoft Excel 2003:
Tutorial 5: Working with Excel Lists

Tutorial 6: Working with Multiple Worksheets and Workbooks

Tutorial 7: Working with Excel's Editing and Web Tools

Tutorial 8: Developing an Excel Application Appendix A: Working with …

Ceg 750-01: Microprocessor, Jack Jean

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Ceg 461/661-01: Object-Oriented Programming And Design, Thomas C. Hartrum

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Study of object-oriented design and programming. Programming topics emphasize the core concepts of encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and dynamic binding. Additional topics include class organization, software maintenance, and design of reusable components. There is a project to be implemented in a modem object-oriented language such as Java or C++.

Cs 790-01: Introduction To Parallel Algorithms, Natsuhiko Futamura

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

Low-cost parallel computers such as PC clusters are becoming available, and many previously unsolvable problems can be solved using such computers. However, designing algorithms that perform well on parallel computers is often challenging. The focus of this course is on learning how to design algorithms for parallel computers and how to evaluate them.

Ceg 416-01: Matrix Computations, Ronald F. Taylor

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

This course is a survey of numerical methods in linear algebra for application to problems in engineering and the sciences. Emphasis is on using modem software tools on high performance computing systems. This course covers the mathematics of linear equations, eigenvalue problems, singular value decomposition, and least squares. Material covered will be relevant to applications areas such as structural analysis, heat transfer, neural networks, mechanical vibrations, and image processing in biomedical engineering. A familiarity with MATLAB is useful, and the ability to program in languages such as CIC++ or Fortran is very important. A basic knowledge of matrix algebra is …

Cs 240-01: Computer Science I, L. Jane Lin

Computer Science & Engineering Syllabi

No abstract provided.

Synchronisms For Double Bass, Jeremy C. Baguyos

Music Faculty Publications

The Iowa State University of Science and Technology in Ames, Iowa, recently hosted the 2007 National Conference of the Society of Electro-acoustic Music In The United States (SEAMUS) from March 8th through the 10th. The annual SEAMUS conference brings together nationally recognized composers, performers, and researchers in the field of computer music for a half-week program of concerts and paper sessions. The 2007 conference featured the premier of Synchronisms No. 11 for Contrabass and Electronic Sounds by Mario Davidovsky (b. 1934). With coordination from SEAMUS, the work was commissioned by a consortium of various academic institutions. The work was composed …

Dissolution, Reactor, And Environmental Behavior Of Zro2-Mgo Inert Fuel Matrix, Kenneth Czerwinski

Fuels Campaign (TRP)

This project will examine inert fuels containing ZrO₂ and MgO as the inert matrix. Ceramics with this inert matrix, Ce, U and eventually Pu will be synthesized and examined. While the Advanced Fuel Cycle Initiative focus is on inert fuels with Pu as the fissile component, this task will perform initial laboratory experiments with Ce and U. The initial work with Ce will be performed early in the project with results used as a basis for U studies. Reactor physics calculations will be used to examine suitable quantities of burnable poisons from the candidate elements Gd, Er, or Hf. …

The Journal Of Undergraduate Research: Volume 05

The Journal of Undergraduate Research

This is the complete issue of the South Dakota State University Journal of Undergraduate Research, Volume 5.

Dust Emission From South Dakota Cattle Feedlots, Rick Weber

The Journal of Undergraduate Research

Dust and particle emissions (PM) from cattle feedlots is a concern for producers in order to maintain good relations with neighbors and also to comply with the EPA proposed PM_2.5 particulate emission rules. Dust at 2.5 microns, which cannot be seen by the naked eye, is a potential health hazard since it can be ingested into the lungs of humans. One of the proposed regulations of the Federal Clean Air Act is to apply the PM_2.5 standard to the agricultural sector. This research project examines the particulate matter dust emissions of various sizes in microns including 2.5, 10, …

Theoretical Exploration Of Characteristics Of Up-Conversion Materials In Photovoltaics, Joel Bordewyk

The Journal of Undergraduate Research

Up-conversion materials can be used to greatly enhance the productivity of photovoltaic nanotechnologies. These materials must convert photons from a low energy to a higher energy to fit within the acceptable range of the solar panel. Software is needed to compute the value of these energy levels and to find molecules that produce these values. It must first be determined if the software has these capabilities and if the results are trustworthy. Naphthalamide has been a molecule of interest and serves as a good starting point for these studies.

Simulation Of The Oxygen Reduction Reaction At An Rde In 0.5 M H2So4 Including An Adsorption Mechanism, Qingbo Dong, Shriram Santhanagopalan, Ralph E. White

Faculty Publications

Oxygen reduction on the surface of a rotating disk electrode (RDE) in 0.5 M H₂SO₄ is simulated by including mass transfer, adsorption, and charge transfer. A generalized model for the adsorption and reaction of several species is introduced. The oxygen reduction reaction is simulated as a limiting case where oxygen is the only species adsorbed, and oxygen reduction is the only reaction that takes place on the surface of the electrode. The model is based on the Nernst–Planck equations for mass transfer and the Butler–Volmer equation for electrochemical kinetics. The simulated polarization curves capture the change in …

Exafs Characterization Of Dendrimer‐Derived Pt/Γ‐Al2O3, A. Siani, Oleg S. Alexeev, Christopher T. Williams, Harry J. Ploehn, Michael D. Amiridis

Faculty Publications

The various steps involved in the preparation of a Pt/γ‐Al₂O₃ material using hydroxyl‐terminated generation four (G4OH) PAMAM dendrimers as templates were monitored by EXAFS. The results indicate that Cl ligands in the Pt precursors (H₂PtCl₆ and K₂PtCl₄) were partially replaced by aquo ligands upon hydrolysis to form [PtCl₃(H₂O)₃]⁺ and [PtCl₂(H₂O)₂] species. After interaction of such species with G4OH, Cl ligands from the first coordination shell of Pt were further replaced by nitrogen atoms from the dendrimer interior, …

Modeling Li/CfX-Svo Hybrid-Cathode Batteries, Parthasarathy M. Gomadam, Donald R. Merritt, Erik R. Scott, Craig L. Schmidt, Paul M. Skarstad, John W. Weidner

Faculty Publications

A mathematical model is developed that predicts the voltage-capacity behavior of a primary lithium battery containing a hybrid cathode, which combines the high energy density of carbon monofluoride (CF_x) and the higher power density of silver vanadium oxide (SVO). The model is developed using material balances and kinetic expressions for each material, extracting kinetic and thermodynamic parameters from data collected on CF_x and SVO batteries, and then integrating this information into a hybrid system. The full model is validated by comparing simulations to experimental data on Li/CF_x-SVO hybrid-cathode batteries of various designs and for a …

Development Of Ruthenium-Based Catalysts For Oxygen Reduction Reaction, Lingyun Liu, Hansung Kim, Jong-Won Lee, Branko N. Popov

Faculty Publications

A process was developed to synthesize ruthenium-based chelate (RuN_x) electrocatalysts for the oxygen reduction reaction, using RuCl₃ and propylene diammine as the Ru and N precursors, respectively. High-temperature pyrolysis has a critical role in the formation of the catalytic Ru–N sites for oxygen reduction. The RuN_x catalyst modified in the presence of nitrogen-containing organic exhibited comparable catalytic activity and selectivity for oxygen reduction to the carbon-supported Pt catalyst in acidic media. The catalyst generates less than 2% hydrogen peroxide during oxygen reduction.