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20th Century Art, Fall 2002
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Abstract: Critical examination of major developments in European and American art during the past century. Surveys art's engagements with modernization, radical politics, utopianism, mass culture, changing conceptions of mind and human nature, new technologies, colonialism and postcolonialism, and other significant ... More »
20th Century Drama, Fall 2001
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Abstract: In this course we will sample the range of mainstream and experimental drama that has been composed during the past century. Half of these plays are now acknowledged to be influential "classics" of modern drama; the other half are prize-winning contemporary plays that have broken new ground. We will ... More »
20th Century Fiction, Fall 2002
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Abstract: Tradition and innovation in representative fiction of the early modern period. Recurring themes: the role of the artist in the modern period, the representation of psychological and sexual experience, the virtues (and defects) of the aggressively experimental character of so many modern books. Works ... More »
2nd Summer Introduction to Design, January (IAP) 2003
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Abstract: Introduce students to the creative design process, based on the scientific method and peer review, by application of fundamental principles and learning to complete projects according to schedule and within budget. Subject relies on active learning through a major team-based design-and-build project ... More »
A Clinical Approach to the Human Brain, Fall 2006
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Abstract: This course is designed to provide an understanding of how the human brain works in health and disease, and is intended for both the Brain and Cognitive Science major and the non-Brain and Cognitive Science major. Knowledge of how the human brain works is important for all citizens, and the lessons to ... More »
A Hands-On Introduction to Nuclear Magnetic Resonance, January (IAP) 1997
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Abstract: Hands-on introduction to NMR presenting background in classical theory and instrumentation. Each lecture followed by lab experiments both to demonstrate ideas presented during the lecture and to familiarize students with state-of-the-art NMR instrumentation. Experiments cover topics ranging from spin ... More »
A Passage to India: Introduction to Modern Indian Culture and Society, Spring 2005
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Abstract: This course introduces students to Indian Culture through films, short-stories, novels, essays, and newspaper articles. The course examines some major social and political controversies of contemporary India through discussions centered on India's history, politics and religion. The focus is on issues ... More »
A Sustainable Transportation Plan for MIT, Spring 2007
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Abstract: This seminar-style class will focus on evaluating and recommending alternative commuter and business-related transportation policies for the MIT campus. Emphasis will be placed on reducing transportation-related energy usage in a sustainable manner in response to President Hockfield's "Walk the Talk" ... More »
A Workshop on Geographic Information Systems, Fall 2005
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Abstract: This class uses lab exercises and a workshop setting to help students develop a solid understanding of the planning and public management uses of geographic information systems (GIS). The goals are to help students: acquire technical skills in the use of GIS software; acquire qualitative methods skills ... More »
Abnormal Language, Fall 2004
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Abstract: Introduction to the linguistic study of language pathology, concentrating on experimental approaches and theoretical explanations. Discussion of Specific Language Impairment, autism, Down syndrome, Williams syndrome, normal aging, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, hemispherectomy and aphasia. ... More »
Acoustics of Speech and Hearing, Fall 2004
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Abstract: Provides acoustical background necessary to understand the role of sound in speech communication. Analyzes constraints imposed by the properties of sound and human anatomy on speech production (sound production from airflow and filtering by the vocal tract); auditory physiology (transformation of acoustical ... More »
Advanced Algorithms, Fall 1999
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Abstract: A first-year graduate course in algorithms. Emphasizes fundamental algorithms and advanced methods of algorithmic design, analysis, and implementation. Data structures. Network flows. Linear programming. Computational geometry. Approximation algorithms.
Advanced Algorithms, Fall 2001
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Abstract: A first-year graduate course in algorithms. Emphasizes fundamental algorithms and advanced methods of algorithmic design, analysis, and implementation. Data structures. Network flows. Linear programming. Computational geometry. Approximation algorithms. Alternate years.
Advanced Algorithms, Fall 2005
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Abstract: This course is a first-year graduate course in algorithms. Emphasis is placed on fundamental algorithms and advanced methods of algorithmic design, analysis, and implementation. Techniques to be covered include amortization, randomization, fingerprinting, word-level parallelism, bit scaling, dynamic ... More »
Advanced Analytic Methods in Science and Engineering, Fall 2004
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Abstract: A comprehensive treatment of the advanced methods of applied mathematics. Designed to strengthen the mathematical abilities of graduate students and train them to think on their own. Review of elementary methods in complex analysis, ordinary differential equations, and partial differential equations. ... More »
Advanced Animal Behavior, Spring 2000
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Abstract: Reviews selected issues including learning, cognition, perception, foraging and feeding, migration and navigation, defense, and social activities including conflict, collaboration, courtship and reproduction, and communication. The interacting contributions of environment and heredity are examined and ... More »
Advanced Calculus for Engineers, Fall 2004
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Abstract: Functions of a complex variable; calculus of residues. Ordinary differential equations; Bessel and Legendre functions; Sturm-Liouville theory; partial differential equations.
Advanced Chemical Experimentation and Instrumentation, Fall 2002
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Abstract: Advanced experimentation, with particular emphasis on chemical synthesis and the fundamentals of quantum chemistry illustrated through molecular spectroscopy. Instruction and practice in the written and oral presentation of experimental results.
Advanced Chemical Experimentation and Instrumentation, Fall 2005
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Abstract: Advanced experimentation, with particular emphasis on chemical synthesis and the fundamentals of quantum chemistry illustrated through molecular spectroscopy. Instruction and practice in the written and oral presentation of experimental results.
Advanced Circuit Techniques, Spring 2002
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Abstract: Following a brief classroom discussion of relevant principles, each student completes the paper design of several advanced circuits such as multiplexers, sample-and-holds, gain-controlled amplifiers, analog multipliers, digital-to-analog or analog-to-digital converters, and power amplifiers. One of each ... More »
