Computer Science

300-level

COSC345
Special Topic: Professional, Ethical and Cultural Perspectives on Computer Science
Description
To help prepare students to perform in a professionally and culturally appropriate manner in Computer Science and Information Technology Roles in an Aotearoa-New Zealand context.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
SCIE101 and 45 points at 200 level of above from COSC and/or INFO courses. Alternatively, permission from the Head of Department should be sought.
Restrictions
ENEL301, COSC445
COSC362
Data and Network Security
Description
The course covers principles and practice of cryptography and network security. The first half of the course focuses on cryptography (symmetric and public-key cryptographic protocols, key distribution, authentication, digital signature schemes). The second half focuses on network security (access control services and mechanisms for authentication, network security protocols, application layer security and secure network management).
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
COSC264 or MATH324 or MATH220.
Restrictions
LAWS306
COSC363
Computer Graphics
Description
This course focuses on all aspects of fundamental computer graphics methods, including three-dimensional object representations, transformations, projections and rendering algorithms. The theoretical bases and implementation aspects of illumination and reflection models, texture mapping techniques and ray tracing are also covered. The course aims to provide a good foundation of OpenGL programming for the development of graphics applications using both fixed-function and programmable pipelines. The course also gives an introduction to WebGL programming.
Occurrences
Semester One 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) ENCE260, (2) 30 points of 200-level Computer Science, (3) 15 points of 100-level MATH/STAT/EMTH (MATH120) recommended). MATH101 is not acceptable.
COSC364
Internet Technology and Engineering
Description
This course covers theory and practice of Internet routing and the application of mathematical optimization to network and capacity planning problems.
Occurrences
Semester One 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
COSC264
COSC366
Research Project
Description
Students will gain experience in performing research in the fields of Computer Science and Software Engineering
Occurrences
Summer Nov 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1)45 points of 200-level Computer Science (2) 30 points from Mathematics, Statistics or Engineering Mathematics or 15 points of Math/Stat (MATH120 recommended) and COSC262. MATH101 is not acceptable. (3) approval of the Head of Department RP: COSC110 OR COSC101, ENCE260, COSC261, COSC262, SENG201
COSC367
Artificial Intelligence
Description
This course introduces major concepts and algorithms in Artificial Intelligence. Topics include problem solving, reasoning, games, and machine learning.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
COSC262
COSC368
Human-Computer Interaction
Description
The course provides an introduction to Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). HCI is concerned with understanding, designing, implementing and evaluating user-interfaces so that they better support users in carrying out their tasks. On completing the course you will have knowledge of the theoretical foundations of designing for interaction between humans and computers. You will also have practical experience in implementing and evaluating graphical user interfaces.
Occurrences
Semester Two 2024
Points
15 points
Prerequisites
(1) COSC121 or COSC131; and (2) 30 points from COSC261, COSC262, COSC264, COSC265, ENCE260, SENG201; and (3) 15 points of MATH/EMTH/STAT/PSYC206 (excluding MATH101 and MATH110) RP: COSC101

Not Offered Courses in 2024

Computer Science

300-level

COSC371
Special Topic
Occurrences
Not offered 2024
For further information see COSC371 course details
Points
15 points
COSC372
Special Topic
Occurrences
Not offered 2024
For further information see COSC372 course details
Points
15 points