18794 PATTERN RECOGNITION THEORY

Decision theory, parameter estimation, density estimation, non-parametric techniques, supervised learning, linear discriminant functions, clustering, unsupervised learning, artificial neural networks, feature extraction, support vector machines, and pattern recognition applications (e.g., face recognition, fingerprint recognition, automatic target recognition, etc.). 4 hrs. lec. Prerequisites: 36-217, or equivalent introductory probability theory and random variables course and an introductory linear algebra course.

57101 INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC TECHNOLOGY

This course gives an overview of music technology through practical information and several hands-on projects. Concepts such as MIDI and digital audio are introduced and specific topics are covered in detail including sequencing, music notation, digital recording, mixing, and production. Throughout the course, students are required to complete several projects and create musical compositions in styles of their own choosing. The student is not graded on the “musicality” of these compositions, but instead on how well they meet the stated project goals by correctly using specific equipment and/or computer programs.

70635 DESKTOP PUBLISHING

Starting in the mid 1980’s, desktop publishing has transformed the way that graphic media is produced. It enabled non-professionals with modest desktop equipment to produce files for high quality graphic output. This course examines the methods and applications of desktop publishing from two perspectives: from a project management perspective, and from a hands-on production perspective. The topics covered include: the new digital workflow, typography, file formats, trapping, software applications, imposition, preflighing, output issues.

95717 PROFESSIONAL WRITING

Successful policy and management professionals constantly use writing to inform, persuade and motivate other professionals and, specifically, to gain acceptance of ideas and decisions, many that lead to contracts, grants, and promotions. This course develops a student's ability to write effectively for professional audiences. The course is rhetorical in its approach: It is taught in the context of problem solving and critical thinking and it analyzes organizational problems based on the interrelationships of audience, purpose, form, social/organizational context and strategic thinking.