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Computer Science Student: Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a computer science student organization or club?

Yes, the ACM Student Chapter, see acm.cs.kent.edu

What if I am not a Waterloo Computer Science student and I want to get a ticket?

Please go to ticketmaster to obtain your ticket and register online at our registration page I am a University of Waterloo computer science student. What if I obtained a ticket off of ticketmaster

I'm a Computer Science student. Will I need access to special servers?

Some courses require access to ROGUE which is a UNIX server. ROGUE is used to support instruction in Computer Science, web design and other academic courses. For students using ROGUE for their courses, your username is your last name, first initial and if necessary, followed by a random series of numbers. For example, John Smith would be smithj4567. Your password is your birth date in the following format preceded with the lower case letter "bd" mmddyy. ...

What if I am not a University of Toronto Computer Science student and I want to get a ticket?

Please go to ticketmaster to obtain your ticket and register online at our registration page

What are the minimum requirements for admitting a prospective Computer Science PhD student?

Applicants for admission to the PhD program must possess a MSc degree in Computer Science from a recognized university, college or institute. At least a 70% average (or the equivalent grade point average) in the MSc program as determined by the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies is required. However, meeting the minimum requirement does not guarantee admission. To receive full funding, a prospective student should have at least a 78% average.

What are the minimum requirements for admitting a prospective Computer Science MSc student?

Admission to a CS Master's program will normally require a four-year Honour's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science from a recognized university, college or institute with an average of at least 70% (or the equivalent grade point average) as determined by the Faculty of Graduate Studies. However, meeting the minimum requirement does not guarantee admission. To receive full funding, a prospective student should have at least a 78% average. ...

What happens if I am a Computer Science student but I don't receive an email from MSDNAA with my username and password?

Fill out a Help Request Form for a student at Student Questions / Suggestions Submit Form and choose the category MSDNAA on the form.

What kind of computer and hardware/software configuration should computer science student have?

Most students find it useful to have a duel-boot machine. One for Windows and the other for Linux. This will cover coursework from all courses. Any off-the-shelf PC will do. As most of the programming assignments will be in either C or Java, a compiler is a must. There are several available, talk to your fellow students and faculty to find the best one for you.

I'm an engineering or computer science student. What's in this course for me?

You'll finally get a chance to see how all that theory you've been learning gets applied in the real world. You probably have a slight advantage compared to students without your background, in that you are better prepared to assimilate some of the concepts introduced in this course (an advantage which, by the way, will be reversed in many cases if you ever take a business course). However, do not count your chickens before they hatch. ...

I'm a poor computer science student who is in love with the ER1. Can I purchase the ER1 on a payment plan?

Although Evolution Robotics doesn't provide a payment plan service, many student customers have informed us that they were able to arrange payment plans through their credit card companies.
Sorry. We don't provide a payment plan service, but rumor has it that credit card companies are more than happy to spread out payments to poor college students. It would be nice to have access to the community forums, to learn more about the product. The ER1 Forums are open to the public. No purchase or sign-in is required. Come on in and browse...

I am a University of Toronto grad computer science student. How do I obtain my ticket?

You will be receiving instructions by email. Please contact Kent Fenwick at kent [at] dgp.toronto.edu for questions. I am a University of Toronto computer science student. What if I obtained a ticket off of ticketmaster

I am a University of Toronto undergrad computer science student. How do I obtain my ticket?

You will be receiving instructions by email. Please contact Lena Yam at lena.yam [at] utoronto.ca for questions.

Can I participate in any of the events if I am not an MCA or M. Sc. Computer science student?

You can attend Seminars/Workshops/talks and some informal events. The Competitions are only for MCA and M.Sc. Computer science students .

Do I need to be a computer science student to take EPICS at Butler University?

No, but you need to have some minimal knowledge and interest in computer science and/or software engineering. 7. I am a community institution and would like to be involved with the EPICS program. What do I need to do? First, you have to be a nonprofit organization and second have a technology need. In addition, you should be able to provide mentorship to the EPICS students.

What is the satisfaction rating of Heriot-Watt University for Computer Science in the National Student Survey?

Computer Science at Heriot-Watt University is 8th nationally (at 92%) and 4th in Scotland after (Glasgow, Strathclyde and Edinburgh) in overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2007 of first degree students.

I am a computer science or mathematic student, so what benefits can I gain from this class?

You will understand what's bioinformatics, the hot topic of this decade! You can learn the bioinformatics needs of modern biological research problems and the specialized computer science solutions to these problems which are often not covered by classical computer science curriculum. ...

As a Computer Science student, can I get reductions on operating systems and other software? Can I get these for free?

Yes, Computer Science students can get reductions on software purchases. Operating systems and some other software can be bought at reduced prices or are available for free in the computer center. http://portal.uni-freiburg.de/rz/dienste

I am a Computer Science graduate student working on machine learning research. May I be a "Registered User"?

You may become a Registered User as long as you have a legitimate connection to NASA and a NASA Civil Servant Registered User is willing to sponsor you. A list of the possible sponsors appears on the registration form.
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