Course Briefing Presentation Slides

Undergraduate Programmes 2004-5

Undergraduate Programmes

2004-5

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Students attending a lecture

S16

SOC1

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Student population

· 2300 undergraduate students· > 500 graduate students

About SoC

Established, 1976 Department of Computer Science (Nanyang)

Reorganized, 1982 Dept of Information Systems & Computer Science (NUS)

School of Computing – July 1, 1998

Dept of Computer Science

Dept of Information Systems

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To produce competent IT professionals

To encourage active self-learning

To cultivate creativity and innovation

Our Philosophy

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Super-Computer

200 workstations, 1,000 personal computers, and 200 X-terminals

Plug and play

Wireless network

Computer Facilities

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Office of Undergraduate and Special Programmes

Vice Dean : Associate Professor SETIONO, Rudy

Assistant Dean, Special Programmes: Mr TAN Tuck Choy, Aaron

Assistant Dean, Undergraduate Programmes : Assoc Prof TEH Hung Chuan

Assistant Manager, Undergraduate Programmes : Ms TOH Mui Kiat Senior Administrative Officer : Mr LOW Mun Bak

Management Support Officers:

Ms HEE Tse Wei, EmilyMrs KWEK Wong Kay, Ms Nur Arifah Bte Mukaral Ms Nurpuspawati Bte Sulaiman

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• Academic advisors:

– A/P Chionh Eng Wee (S16-04-10)

– A/P Sung Sam Yuan (S16-06-20)

– Dr Teo Hock Hai (SOC1-05-23)

– A/P Yeo Gee Kin (S15-05-12)

– Mr Yuan Bo (S16-04-03)

– Mr Voicu Razvan (S15-04-05A)

Advisory Service

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Advisory Service

• Foreign student advisors:– Dr Heng Aik Koan (S15-05-13) (Vietnam)

– Dr Tan Sun Teck (S16-08-14) (Indonesia)

– Dr Bimlesh Wadhwa (S16-04-09) (Indian Sub-continent)

– Dr Tan Hung Pheng (S15-04-16) (China)

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CurriculumBased on international curriculum recommendations: U.S. Association of Computing Machinery IEEE Computer Society’s Computing Curriculum 2001

recommendations. Association of Information Systems (AIS) IS Curriculum

Caters to: Meet the needs of distinct segments of the IT job market, Educate tomorrow’s technical and managerial leaders who will

pioneer the development of novel technology and Serve students with diffferent interests, background, abilities and

career orientation.

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Degree Programmes

4-year Bachelor of Computing (Computational Biology)4-year Bachelor of Computing (Communications & Media)4-year Bachelor of Computing (Computer Engineering)4-year Bachelor of Computing (Computer Science)4 year Bachelor of Computing (E-Commerce)4-year Bachelor of Computing (Information Systems)

Master of Computing (by Coursework)Master of Science (by Research and Coursework) Doctor of Philosophy

3-year Bachelor of Computing (Business or Technology focus )

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Degree Programmes

B.Comp. (Hons.) in Communications and Media

B.Comp. (Hons.) in Computational Biology

B.Comp. (Hons.) in Computer Engineering

B.Comp. (Hons.) in Computer Science

B.Comp. (Hons.) in Electronic Commerce

B.Comp. (Hons.) in Information Systems

B.Comp. with Technology or Business Focus

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Computational BiologyDuration: 4-year degree program

Focus: Multidisciplinary; competent in algorithm design, mathematical and statistical analysis, biochemistry, biology/genetics, and wet-lab know-how.

Topics: Discrete mathematics and combinatorics, Probability and statistics, Organic chemistry and biochemistry; Biology and genetics, Software engineering, networking and advanced techniques in algorithmic design.

Careers: R&D specialists, technical support specialists, and systems software specialists in pharmaceutical, biomedical or biotechnology and IT industries.

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Communications and MediaDuration: 4-year degree program

Focus: Technological underpinnings and social aspects of communications and media

Topics: Multimedia information processing, human-computer interaction, game development, entertainment with IT, and mass communication with IT

Careers: IT regulators, information services specialists, and advertising media specialists

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Computer EngineeringDuration: 4-year degree program

Focus: Strategic mix of computer engineering, computer science and basic electronic engineering modules; ensures breadth and depth to facilitate rapid specialization.

Topics: Embedded software (automotive electronics, avionics, medical instrumentation, process control etc.), ubiquitous networking, multi-media applications, mission-critical systems and design automation

Careers: R&D engineers, computer engineers, and communications engineers

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Computer Science

Duration: 4-year degree programme

Focus: Strong technical knowledge of computer science and technology

Topics: Programming languages, software engineering, theory and algorithms, computer & network systems, and human-computer interaction

Careers: R&D specialists, technical support specialists, and systems software specialists

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Electronic Commerce

Duration: 4-year degree program

Focus: Deployment of Internet technology to enhance business capabilities.

Topics: Internet technology, e-commerce, entrepreneurship, consumer behavior, and economic analysis of business

Careers: IT entrepreneurs, e-commerce developers, and e-commerce consultants

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Information Systems

Duration: 4-year degree program

Focus: Multi-disciplinary knowledge on information systems, combining computing technology and management

Topics: IS applications, management, strategy, security, knowledge management, information technology

Careers: Technology analysts, management consultants, and system integrators

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Special Programmeshttp://www.comp.nus.edu.sg/specialprog/

University Scholars Programme (for top students)

Undergraduate Research Opportunity Programme (for 2nd/3rd yr students)

Students Exchange Programme

NUS Colleges in Silicon Valley, Bio Valley and Shanghai

Double Degree Programme with French Grandes Écoles

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Programme Structure

Common Essentials Common for all programmes

Programme EssentialsEssentials specific to the programme

Programme ElectivesIf you fail an elective, you may retake or read another elective

University Level Requirements (ULR)

Common for all programmes

School / Department Requirements

Unrestricted Electives (UE)

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Intake 2004

Modular Credits (MC)

University Level Requirements

GEM 8 MC

Singapore Studies 4 MC

Breadth: Electives outside student’s Faculty 8 MC (3 yr)/ 16 MC(4 yr)

Total 20 MC (3 yr)/28 MC(4 yr)


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For Breadth:

Electives must be from outside of the student's Faculty.

Read one Singapore Studies module with SS prefix.

Do not register a cross-listed module bearing the GE code for fulfillment of the SS requirement.

Two subject groups within which GEMs are placed, namely, (i) Group A: Science and Technology; and (ii) Group B: Humanities and Social Sciences.

Compulsory to read at least one GEM from Subject Group B.

Should not be those cross-listed with your declared major/minor areas.


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School / Department Requirements

Programme EssentialsEach programme has its own essential modules

Common Essentials

– CS1101/S Programming Methodology

– CS1102/S Data Structures and Algorithms

– CS1104 Computer Organization

– CS2102/S Introduction to Database Systems

– CS2103 Software Engineering

– CS2105 Computer Networks I

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Programme Elective

8 areas (A1 – A8)

requirements based on different programmes

A1 - Programming & Software EngineeringA2 - Computer SystemsA3 - Theory & ModellingA4 - Humans & ComputersA5 - Management of Information SystemsA6 - Business & TechnologyA7 - Embedded Systems TechnologyA8 - Technology Skills

Elective Areas

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Unrestricted ElectivesModules from SoC/other Faculty to make up total MC*

requirement

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* MC = Modular Credit

• Module prerequisite - all prerequisites are pass prerequisites, unless otherwise stated

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Degree Requirements

3-year programme - pass at least 120 MC (approx. 30 modules) University Level Requirements – pass 20 MC School /Department Requirements

Fulfil Common Essentials, Programme Essentials, Programme Electives, Unrestricted

Electives

4-year programme - pass at least 160 MC (approx. 40 modules) University Level Requirements – pass 28 MC School /Department Requirements

Fulfil Common Essentials, Programme Essentials, Programme Electives, Unrestricted

Electives

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Cumulative Average Point (CAP)

Modular credits most CSxxxx modules are 4 modular credits (MC)

CAP = sum (module grade point x modular credits) / sum (modular credits)

rounded up to 2 decimal places

To graduate, a student MUST obtain a CAP of not less than 2.00

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Grade PointGrade Grade Point

A+ 5.00 A 5.00 A- 4.50 B+ 4.00 B 3.50 B- 3.00 C+ 2.50 C 2.00

D+ 1.50 D 1.00 F 0.00

Note: A candidate who has obtained a D or higher grade cannot repeat the module.

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To calculate CAP:

Module Code

Module Name Grade MC Grade Point

Points

CS1101 PROGRAMMING METHODOLOGY B+ 5 4 20 CS1105 COMPUTING AND SOCIETY B- 4 3 12 LSM1302 GENES AND SOCIETY B- 4 3 12 CS1105 COMPUTING AND SOCIETY B- 4 3 12 MA1505 MATHEMATICS I B 4 3.5 14 CS2301 BUSINESS & TECHNICAL

COMMUNICATIONS D+ 4 1.5 6.0

Total 25 76

CAP = 76/25 = 3.04

SAP (Semester Average Point) = 76/25 = 3.04

CAP and SAP calculations (Example)

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Academic Warning, Probation and Dismissal

To continue in a programme, a student must not have:

CAP below 1.50 for two consecutive semesters; or

CAP below 2.00 for three consecutive semesters

To restore to good standing:

when CAP 2.00 after the following semester

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Programme Streaming

Not applicable to Computer Engineering: Streaming done at admission. No streaming into/out thereafter.

Not applicable to Computational Biology:

Streaming before 30 July 2004. No streaming into/out thereafter.

An opportunity to enter a four-year programme:BComp in Communication & MediaBComp in Computer ScienceBComp in E-CommerceBComp in Information Systems

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Programme Streaming (…continue)

Programme streaming (except Comp. Engrg and Comp. Bio.) after 2 semesters.

Last streaming is no later than the 6th semester of study (A-level candidates)

for 4-year programme

Minimum CAP requirement (currently 3.50)

– Departments may set a quota

– Other requirement as may be specified by the departments

To remain in the 4-year programme

must maintain CAP 3.20

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Double Degree Programme

Submit application to Dean’s Office of home faculty for approval by both Deans of faculties hosting the double degree programme.

Declare second degree on or before accumulating 80 MCs.

CAP 3.50 to be eligible for applying a second degree.

Admission is at the discretion of host faculties.

ULR modules must satisfy the requirements for both faculties.

Not more than 1/3 of MC for Faculty and Major requirements for one degree may be used to meet the programme requirements of the other degree.

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Minors from other faculties (24 MCs/6 modules) Business

Economics Mathematics Financial mathematics Optics and semiconductor technology Real Estate Statistics Technopreneurship Others

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Minors from other faculties (…continue)

Restricted Minors:

Minors requiring host department’s approval before minor module selection can be made via CORS. Students must apply with the host faculty.

Examples: Business, Real Estate.

Major/Minor Overlaps:

Up to 8 modular credits to meet requirements for both the minor and a major or another minor.

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Minors from other faculties (…continue)

Other Minors: Please check with Host Faculty their types.

Open Minors

Minors that do not need host department’s approval before minor module selection can be made via CORS.

Students can declare it under Minor Declaration in CORS system.

Minor modules: available under Breadth list in CORS.

Examples: Financial Mathematics, Mathematics, Statistics, Technopreneurship.

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Others

English Proficiency ModulesET1000 - English for Academic Purpose ES1000 - New Basic English Course

CurriculumSee http://www.comp.nus.edu.sg/undergradprogfor updates and curriculum announcements.

Curriculum in CS Dept : [email protected] in IS Dept : [email protected]

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Administrative Matters• Lecture timetable, examinations, etc.

click Students Course Timetable of SoC homepage http://www.comp.nus.edu.sg

• All general email enquiries to [email protected]

• Office of Undergraduate Programmes is located at:

S16-05-08 (General Office)

• Module Registration via Centralised Online Registration Systems at : http://www.cors.nus.edu.sg. Problems to be directed to [email protected]

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Advanced Credits

Advanced credits for CS1101 Programming Methodology

A-level subjects or equivalent:

Computing – Grade of B and above

Subject to placement test result

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Acceptable Diplomas (Category 1) for Admission

Category 1: Computing diplomas

Business Informatics (NYP)

Computer Information Systems (SP)

Information Technology/Computer Studies (NP)

Multimedia Computing (NP)

Infocomm Technology (NP)

Information Technology (NYP)

Programming & Systems (SP)

Information Technology (TP)

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Exemptions granted to Category I diploma holders

Diploma holders from the above eight programmes admitted to either the four-year or three-year programmes in SoC will be granted advanced placement credits totaled 38 MC as follows:

(i) 8 MC from the University Level Requirements (one Humanities and Social Science GEM module and one Breadth module).

(ii) 12 MC from Unrestricted Elective Modules.

(iii) 18 MC from CS1101(5), CS1102(5), CS1104(4) and CS2102(4) from programme requirements.

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Acceptable Diplomas (Category 2) for Admission

Business (TP)Business Administration (SP)Business Information Technology (NP, SP and TP)Business Studies (NP)Business Management (NYP)Computer Engineering (TP)Computer & Network Technology (SP)Electrical Engineering (SP & NP)Electronics (TP)

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Acceptable Diplomas (Category 2) for Admission (…continue)Electronics, Computer & Communication Engineering

(NYP and SP)Electronics, Computer & Control Engineering (NYP)Electronic & Computer Engineering (NP)Electronic Engineering (NP)Electronics & Communication Engineering (SP)Electrical & Electronic Engineering (NP)Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering (NP)Engineering Informatics Diploma (NYP)

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Acceptable Diplomas (Category 2) for Admission (…continue)

Information Communication Technology (SP) Info-Communications (TP)Internet Computing (TP)Multimedia and Information Communication Technology

(NYP)Multimedia Software Engineering/Multimedia Technology

(SP)Multimedia System Engineering (NYP)

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Exemptions granted to Category 2 Diploma Holders

Diploma holders from the above programmes admitted to either the four-year or three-year programmes in SoC will be granted advanced placement credits totaled up to 38 MC as follows:

(i) 8 MC from the University Level Requirements (one Humanities and Social Science GEM module and one Breadth module).

(ii) 12 MC from Unrestricted Elective Modules.

(iii) Up to 18 MC from programme requirements based on performance in placement tests set by SoC at point of admission to NUS.

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Exemptions granted to Category 2 Diploma Holders

Candidates will register to sit for placement tests for the following modules from programme requirements (choose 4 out of 5 modules)

• CS1101 Programming Methodology (5 MC)• CS1102 Data Structures and Algorithms (5 MC)• CS1104 Computer Organisation (4 MC)• CS2102 Database Systems (4 MC)• CS2105 Computer Networks I (4 MC)

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Acceptance record undertakings and authorization Honor code

Release of liability Student privacy policy Acceptable use policy for IT resources Rules relating inventions, innovations and other works Authorisation for medical procedures/appointment of local guardian for international students

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Notes

SoC Website: http://www.comp.nus.edu.sg/ Course Briefing Website:

http://www.comp.nus.edu.sg/~tantc/course_briefing/

Computer Accounts NUSNET account

• Given out during matriculation

• Email address: [email protected] SoC UNIX account

• Next Thursday (5 August), UNIX Workshop

• Email address: [email protected]

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