Course - Coding Theory - TMA4185
TMA4185 - Coding Theory
About
This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination. For a complete course description, see previous academic years.
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: School exam
Grade: Letter grades
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| School exam | 100/100 | 4 hours | C |
Course content
The course gives an introduction to algebraic coding theory for linear block codes, cyclic codes and convolution codes, as well as to the underlying mathematics. Topics covered include: Bounds for coding parameters; properties, coding and decoding of Hamming codes; Reed-Muller codes; BCH codes and Reed-Solomon codes; Berlekamp-Massey algorithm and Viterbi algorithm for decoding. Finite fields. Linear algebra over finite fields. Rings of power series.
Learning outcome
1. Knowledge. The student has knowledge of properties of and algorithms for coding and decoding of linear block codes, cyclic codes and convolution codes. The student has an overview of arithmetic in finite fields, linear algebra over finite fields, and rings of power series. 2. Skills. The student masters arithmetic in finite fields and linear algebra over finite fields. The student is able to apply various algorithms and techniques for coding and decoding.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and exercises. Retake of examination may be given as an oral examination. The lectures may be given in English. If the course is taught in English, the exam will be given only in English. Students are free to choose Norwegian or English for written assessments. The course will be given in spring in years of odd numbers.
Further on evaluation
see «Teaching methods and activities».
Recommended previous knowledge
The course is based on TMA4150 Algebra.
Course materials
Will be announced at the start of the course.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIF5032 | 7.5 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Language of instruction: English, Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Mathematics
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Mathematical Sciences
Examination
Examination arrangement: School exam
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Spring ORD School exam 100/100 C INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"