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To SENATE ? 

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Studies 

Course and Program changes - 

Subject...... Computing ...Sc.i.eflCe. ........... .... .................

November, 

1976

Action taken by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate 

Studies Committee at its meeting of 26th October, 1976 gives rise to 

the following motion: 

MOTION 

That Senate approve, and recommend approval by the

Board of Governors, the Calendar changes for Computing Science as 

set forth in paper S.76-

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Note SCUS recommends that the Calendar changes be approved en bloc

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following discussion of the individual changes which include a

title change, course description change, prerequisite change, 

dis-continuation of a course, and changes to honors, major, 

and minor program requirements. 

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Daniel R. Birch 

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From

.........James J. Weinkam.Chairman 

I.D.S. Curriculum Committee 

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Computing Science Curriculum Committee 

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Attached are the changes in the Computing Science program requirements 

which have been approved by the Computing Science Curriculum Cothmittee and 

also by the entire department at its meeting on September 23, 1976. 

The main theme of these changes is towards a simplificati4ri of the 

course requii 

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ements for both majors and honors students in Computing Science. 

The present group requirements have continued to impose stringnt and, for 

some, unsatifiable constraints on the choice of upper divisioncourseS while 

maintaining a progressively less relevant partition among these courses. The 

elimination of the group requirements does not compromise their original in- 

tent of securing adequate breadth and depth since students are 9till required 

to pursue the core sequence to the 400 level and any combination of 30 hours 

of upper division credit will give adequate breadth. 

The modification also makes explicit a number of requirements which, al- 

though implicit in the earlier formulation, were hidden in the underlying pre- 

requisite structure. 

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In particular, we have uncovered and acknowledged a core 

sequence which carries to the 400 level. 

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In addition, we have made explicit 

the place of the Practicum (CMPT 411, 412, 413), Colloquium (493, 494) and 

Special Research Project courses (415, 416) in the course requirements. 

In addition to the changes in the program requirements, the Curriculum 

Committee has approved the following changes in prerequisites, dourse titles, 

course descriptions:- 

CMPT 105-3 

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CHANGE TITLE FROM "INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING" TO 'FUNDAMENTAL? 

CONCEPTS OF COMPUTING" 

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This change brings the title more into line with the calendar 

description of the course and indicates more clearly to students the nature 

of the course. 

CMPT 200-4 

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DROP FROM CALENDAR 

Rationale: 

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This course has never been offered. 

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In two attempts it 

attracted insufficient enrolment and was cancelled. 

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There does not 

appear to be sufficient demand to warrant keeping this course in the 

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CMPT 400-3 

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CHANGE PREREQUISITE FROM 

CMPT

302 TO CMPT 301 

Rationa1: 

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The material in the 

CMPT

301-302 sequence which serves 

as a prerequisite for the 

CMPT

400-401 sequence is covered entirely 

in

CMPT

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This change will break a long chain of consecutive 

courses and simplify scheduling for students. 

CMPT

362-4 ? 

'Q{ANGE CALENDAR DESCRIPTION (see attached) 

Rationale: The old description refers to specific CAI 1arguages 

which are no longer supported on campus and gives the erronous im- 

pression that the course is entirely concerned with computer assisted 

instruction. 

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The revised description avoids mention of specific 

languages and in addition mentions other material covered in the course. 

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Lower Division Course Requirements

Students who plan to major or take honors in Computing Science normally

should obtain credit for the following lower division courses in the first four

levels.

Cv1PT 103-3, 105-3.

Three credits in Computing Projects in the Arts and Sciences.

Cl4PT201-4.

4. CMPT26O-3.

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In the new version these requirements apply as 

well for minors since CMPT 200 is being dropped 

from the calendar. 

For the Majors Program in Computing Science the student must have a

minimum of:

Semester Hours

(a)

Five courses from Group A ?

at least 15

(b) One course from Group B ? 3

(c)

Two courses from Group C ?

at least 6

(d)

Two courses from Group C

at least 6

Total must be at least 30

Note: The General Degree requires a minimum of 120 semester hours, of which

at least 45 must be in upper division courses. Further upper division elec-

tives must be taken to fulfil this minimum.

For Ithe Honors program in Computing Science the student mnust have a

mnini;numn

of.

Semester Hours

(a)

Five courses from Group A ?

at least IS

(b)

Two courses from Group B ? 6

(c)

Four courses from Group C ?

at least 12

(d)

Five courses from Group D

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at least IS

Total must be at least 50

Note: The Honors Degree requires a minimum of 132 semester hours, of which

at least 60 must be in upper division courses. Further upper division elec-

tives must be taken to fulfil this minimum.

Grou,A - CMPT3O1-3, 302-3, 400-3, 401-3, 415-3, 416-5, 418-3, 419-5.

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Group B - MATH 306-3, 316-3, 401-3, 402-3, 403-3.

Group C - CMPT 305-3, 351-3, 354-3, 370-3, 404-4.

Grouj, D - CMPT 371-3, 380-3, 390-3, 410-4, 451-3, 491-3.

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LOWER DIVISION COURSE REQUIREMENTS 

Students who plan to undertake a major, minor, or honors in Computing Science 

normally should obtain credit for the following lower division courses: 

1.

CMPT 103-3, 105-3. 

2.

Three credits in Computing Projects in the Arts and Sciences. 

3.

CMPT 20111. 

4.

CMPT 260-3. 

REQUIREMENTS FOR A MAJOR IN COMPUTING SCIENCE 

Attention is drawn to the lower division courses stated above. 

(a)

At least 30 hours of upper division Computing Science courses including CMPT 

301, 400, and 

1493

and excluding CMPT 411, 1412, 1413, and 1416. 

(b)

A concentration in some subject other than Computing Science, aproved by a 

program advisor, consisting of at least 15 semester hours, and including at 

least 6 hours of upper division credit. 

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Students are advised to consult the University and Faculty regulations governing 

graduation requirements which are specified elsewhere in the calendar. 

REQUIREMENTS FOR HONORS IN COMPUTING SCIENCE 

Attention is drawn to the lower division courses stated above. 

(a)

At least 50 hours of upper division Computing Science courses including CMPT 

301, 

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400, and 1493 and excluding CMPT 412 and 1413. 

(b)

A concentration in some subject other than Computing Science, approved by a 

program adviser, consisting of at least 15 semester hours, and including at 

least 6 hours of upper division credit. 

Students are advised to consult the University and Faculty regulations governing 

graduation requirements which are specified elsewhere in the calendar. 

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Students

may obtain a B.Sc. or a B.A. depending on the direction of

ther concentration and content of their overall program. (There are two

plans leading to a B.A., one to

humanities and one to a business oriented

degree.) All programs have to be approved by a program adviser.

Pldn A: B. Sc.

Students wishing to obtain a B.Sc. must complete at least 15 credit hours ap-

prved by a program adviser in a natural or social science or in mathematics, of

which six credit hours must be in upper division courses. Their choice of Com-

puting Science courses must include CMPT 390-3, 410-4, 451-3, 491-3 and either

MTH 316-3 or 402-3. Students wishing to obtain an honors degree in addition

must complete a research project in a Science, Mathematics, or Computing

Plan B: B.A. (Relating to Humanistic Studies)

Students wishing to obtain a B.A. under Plan B must complete at least 15

credit hours approved by a program adviser in a humanistic concentration of

which at least six hours must be in upper division courses. Their choice of Corn-

puting Science courses must include CMPT 290-3 or 390-3, CMPT 351-3, 354-3,

380-3, 410-4 and at least five credit hours in a creative project (CMPT 416-5).

Students wishing to obtain an honors degree in addition must complete eight

hors of special projects (CMPT 415-3 and 416-5). Students in this program will

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their possible needs in Mathematics especially evaluated.

Plan C: B.A. (Relating to Commerce and Economics)

Students wishing to obtain a B.A. under Plan C must complete at least 15

crdit hours approved by a program adviser in Economics and Commerce, of

which at least six hours must be in upper division courses. Their choice of Corn-

putng Science courses must include CMPT 290-3 or 390-3; and CMPT 302-3,

305H3, 371-3 and CMPT 404-4. Students who wish to obtain an honors degree in

addition must complete a research project in a business or economics related

topic for at least three credits (CMPT 415-3).

Minor Programs

tudents majoring or obtaining an honors degree in any field in the Arts or

Sciences may combine their study with a minor concentration in Computing

Scince Students must discuss their program with a program adviser before

registering for courses.

The following lower division courses are required for undergraduate minors in

Conputing Science: CMPT 103-3, 105-3, at least two credits in Computing Pro-

jecs in the Arts and Sciences, either CMPT 200-4 or 201-4, and CM PT 260-3.

Students minoring in Computing Science must complete at least 15 credits in

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Students may obtain a B.Sc. or a B.A. 

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depending on the direclion of their 

concentration and content of their overall program. 

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The degree awarded will be 

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determined in consultation with a faculty adviser. 

EXAMPLE PROGRAMS 

B.Sc. 

The fifteen hour concentration must be in a natural or social science or 

mathematics. The choice of upper division Computing Science courses (beyond those 

explicitly required) might consist of sequences such as CMPT 

305, 351,

3514,

360, 390,

451

491,

and MATH 

316

and

401,

for a student with an interest in experimental or 

applied science or CMPT 

351,

3514,

401, 410, 1451,

and MATH 

306,

401,

and

1402,

for a 

student with more theoretical interests. Other similar course sequences can be chosen 

depending on individual interest. 

B.A. 

The fifteen hour concentration may be in any area. The choice of upper division 

Computing Science Courses (beyond those explicitly required) might consit of sequences 

such as CMPT 302, 

351,

3511,

370, 371,

and three courses chosen from CMPT 

and MATH 

316,'

for students with an interest in Commercial Applidations or CMPT 

351, 354, 360, 380, 410, 451,

MATH 

306,

and either CMPT 

305, 350,

101,

MATH 402, for 

a student interested in Humanistic Applications. Similar seouences can be tailored to 

meet, the individual needs of students with interests in other areas. 

REQUIREMENTS FOR A MINOR IN COMPUTING SCIENCE 

Attention is drawn to the lower division courses stated above. Students minoring 

in Computing Science must complete at least 

credits of upper division Computing 

Science courses, excluding CMPT 

411,

412, 413, 415

and

1416.

CHANGE CALENDAR DESCRIPTION 

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COURSE PROPOSAL PORN 

'. Calendar Information 

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Department: ? 

COMPUTING SCIENCE 

Abbreviation Code: 

CMPT ? 

Course Number: 

362

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Credit 

Flours: 4 

Vector: 

310

Title of Course: 

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EDUCATIONAL USES OF COMPUTERS 

Calendar Description of Course: 

The course will be concerned with aspects of the teaching of computer zela ted topics and 

applications of computers at elementary and secondary school levels. 

There will be consideration, in the context of the availability of various general types 

of computer facility, of topics such as: the position and teaching of computer literacy 

Natufe of Course 

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and computing science in schools; applications of 

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computers in other 

sub j 

ect areas; computer assisted learning; and aspects of the role 

Prerequisites (or special instructions): 

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of computing in educational administratiorJ 

CMPT 105-3 

and some course in Education, or permission of the Department. 

What course (courses), if any, .; -.eing dropped from the calendar if this course is 

approved: 

2.

Scheduling 

How frequently will the course be offered? 

Semester in which the course will first be offered? 

Which of your present faculty 

WOud 

be available to make the proposed offering 

possible? 

3.

ObjectivesoftheCourse 

4.

Budgetary and SpaceRequirem 

ents 

(for information only) 

What additional resources will be required in the following areas: 

Faculty 

Staff 

Library 

Audio Visual 

Space 

Equipment 

5.

Approval 

ODate:_________ 

DepartmentChairinan/ 

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Dean 

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Chairman, SCUS 

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