Course contents *

Specialisation in some subject area within computer science.

Literature study and essay writing that results in a well designed, clear and proper text on 2000-3000 words with good language.

Intended learning outcomes *

After passing the course, the student should be able to write a scientific text that explains a theoretical subject or complex technical system in a simple and intelligible way.

Course Disposition

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Specific prerequisites *

Course components of at least 30 credits in courses in mathematics and 30 credits in courses in computer science, in which may be included computer engineering and human computer interaction.

Active participation in a course offering where the final examination is not yet reported in LADOK is considered equivalent to completion of the course. This applies only to students who are first-time registered for the prerequisite course offering or have both that and the applied-for course offering in their individual study plan.

Recommended prerequisites

At least 30 university credits in mathematics and 30 university credits in computer science.
DH1600 Communication in Engineering Sciences or corresponding.

Equipment

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Literature

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If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.

Grading scale *

P, F

Examination *

• UPP1 - Essay, 3.0 credits, Grading scale: P, F

Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.

The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.

Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination

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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination

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Examiner

Linda Kann

Ethical approach *

• All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
• In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
• In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.

Course web

Further information about the course can be found on the Course web at the link below. Information on the Course web will later be moved to this site.

Offered by

EECS/Computer Science

Main field of study *

Technology

Education cycle *

First cycle

Add-on studies

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Contact

Linda Kann, e-post: lk@kth.se

Supplementary information

In this course, the EECS code of honor applies, see:
http://www.kth.se/en/eecs/utbildning/hederskodex