COSC 49.10 Randomized Algorithms
Randomness is one of the key resources in algorithm design. Many problems have faster algorithms if randomization is allowed, and indeed, for certain problems randomness is essential. The course will introduce the probability basics, the fundamental tools, and provide multiple applications in machine learning, big data, optimization, etc.
Prerequisite
COSC 30 and
COSC 31. Recommended Preparation: Experience with reading and writing mathematical proofs.