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Geographic Information Science Major

Bachelor of Science

The School of Computing Science and the Department of Geography offer a major leading to a bachelor of science degree.

Admission Requirements

Entry into computing science programs is possible via

  • direct admission from high school
  • direct transfer from a recognized post-secondary institution, or combined transfer units from more than one post-secondary institution
  • internal transfer from within Simon Fraser University

Admission is competitive. A separate admission average for each entry route is established each term, depending on spaces available and subject to the approval of the Dean of Applied Sciences. Admission averages are calculated over a set of courses satisfying particular breadth constraints. 

For more information, contact an Applied Sciences Advisor.

Internal Transfer

Internal transfer allows students to transfer, within Simon Fraser University, from one faculty to another.

Simon Fraser University students applying for School of Computing Science admission are selected on the basis of an admission Computing Related Grade Point Average (CRGPA) and Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA). The CRGPA is computed from all courses the student has taken from the following: (CMPT 120, 128 or 130), (CMPT 125, 129 or 135), CMPT 225, (CMPT 275 or 276), CMPT 295, CMPT 300, CMPT 307, MACM 101, (MACM 201 or CMPT 210), MACM 316. Applicants must have completed at least one MACM course and at least two CMPT courses from this list before applying. At least two courses used in the CRGPA calculation must have been taken at SFU.

No course may be included in the average if it is a duplicate of any previous course completed at Simon Fraser University or elsewhere.

The average for admission based on internal transfer is competitive and the school sets competitive averages each term.

The CRGPA minimum average is 2.67 and the CGPA minimum average is 2.40 - the competitive averages will never be below these minima.

Continuation Requirements

Students who do not maintain at least a 2.40 CGPA will be placed on probation within the School. Courses available to probationary students may be limited. Each term, these students must consult an advisor prior to enrollment and must achieve either a term 2.40 term GPA or an improved CGPA. Students who fail to do so may be removed from the program.

Reinstatement from probationary standing occurs when the CGPA improves to 2.40 or better and is maintained.

Graduation Requirements

In addition to university minimum overall CGPA and UDGPA requirements, a minimum program CGPA and UDGPA of 2.00 must be obtained for courses used to fulfil the program requirements.

Prerequisite Grade Requirement

Computing science course entry requires a grade of C- or better in each prerequisite course. A minimum 2.40 CGPA is required for 200, 300 and 400 division CMPT courses. For complete information, contact an Applied Sciences Advisor.

Program Requirements

Lower Division Requirements

Students must complete all of the following

CMPT 225 - Data Structures and Programming (3)

Introduction to a variety of practical and important data structures and methods for implementation and for experimental and analytical evaluation. Topics include: stacks, queues and lists; search trees; hash tables and algorithms; efficient sorting; object-oriented programming; time and space efficiency analysis; and experimental evaluation. Prerequisite: (MACM 101 and (CMPT 125, CMPT 129 or CMPT 135)) or (ENSC 251 and ENSC 252), all with a minimum grade of C-. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Igor Shinkar
We 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
Fr 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
SWH 10081, Burnaby
SWH 10081, Burnaby
D101 Igor Shinkar
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D102 Igor Shinkar
Tu 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D103 Igor Shinkar
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D104 Igor Shinkar
Tu 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D105 Igor Shinkar
Tu 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D106 Igor Shinkar
Tu 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D107 Igor Shinkar
Tu 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D108 Igor Shinkar
Tu 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D200 John Edgar
We 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
Fr 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
SRYE 1002, Surrey
SRYE 1002, Surrey
D201 John Edgar
Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D203 John Edgar
Fr 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D204 John Edgar
Fr 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
SRYE 4024, Surrey
D207 John Edgar
Mo 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D208 John Edgar
Mo 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
SRYE 4024, Surrey
GEOG 100 - Our World: Introducing Human Geography (3)

A geographical introduction to how humans shape our world, with attention also given to how it shapes us. Themes may include: culture, economic activities, environmental change, globalization, politics, population, resources, and urbanization. Breadth-Humanities/Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Nicholas Blomley
Mo 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
We 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
EDB 7618, Burnaby
EDB 7618, Burnaby
GEOG 111 - Earth Systems (3)

An introduction to landforms, climates, soils and vegetation; their origins, distributions, interrelationships and roles in the ecosystem. Laboratory work and field trips are included. Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Andrew Perkins
Tu 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
AQ 3181, Burnaby
D101 Tu 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
RCB 7110, Burnaby
D102 Tu 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
RCB 7110, Burnaby
D103 Tu 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
RCB 7108, Burnaby
D104 We 8:30 AM – 10:20 AM
RCB 7110, Burnaby
D105 We 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
RCB 7110, Burnaby
D106 We 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
RCB 7110, Burnaby
D107 We 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
RCB 7110, Burnaby
D108 Th 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
RCB 7110, Burnaby
D109 Th 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
RCB 7110, Burnaby
D110 Th 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
RCB 7110, Burnaby
D111 Fr 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
RCB 7110, Burnaby
GEOG 253 - Introduction to Remote Sensing (3)

An introduction to the theories and practices of remote sensing, including sensors and platforms, image collection, preliminary image analysis and interpretation, and a review of remote sensing applications in environmental monitoring and resource management. Prerequisite: GEOG 111. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Shivanand Balram
Th 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
WMC 2200, Burnaby
D101 Th 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby
D103 Fr 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby
GEOG 255 - Geographical Information Science I (3)

A basic overview of Geographical Information Systems and Science; GIS software, hardware, data structures and models; spatial data, operations and algorithms; practical applications and limitations. Prerequisite: GEOG 100 or 111 or permission of instructor. Students with credit for GEOG 354 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Shivanand Balram
Tu 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
SSCC 9000, Burnaby
D101 Tu 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby
D103 We 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby
D104 We 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby
MACM 101 - Discrete Mathematics I (3)

Introduction to counting, induction, automata theory, formal reasoning, modular arithmetic. Prerequisite: BC Math 12 (or equivalent), or any of MATH 100, 150, 151, 154, 157. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Brad Bart
Mo, We, Fr 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
SSCB 9200, Burnaby
D101 Brad Bart
Tu 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
AQ 5035, Burnaby
D102 Brad Bart
Tu 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
WMC 3511, Burnaby
D103 Brad Bart
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
WMC 2268, Burnaby
D104 Brad Bart
Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
WMC 2260, Burnaby
D105 Brad Bart
Tu 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
AQ 5004, Burnaby
D106 Brad Bart
Tu 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
WMC 3533, Burnaby
D107 Brad Bart
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
AQ 5047, Burnaby
D108 Brad Bart
Tu 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
WMC 3250, Burnaby
D200 Brad Bart
Mo, We, Fr 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
AQ 3182, Burnaby
D201 Brad Bart
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
AQ 5006, Burnaby
D202 Brad Bart
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
AQ 5007, Burnaby
D203 Brad Bart
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
WMC 2521, Burnaby
D204 Brad Bart
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
AQ 5047, Burnaby
D205 Brad Bart
Mo 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
WMC 2523, Burnaby
D206 Brad Bart
Mo 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
WMC 2521, Burnaby
D207 Brad Bart
Mo 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM
WMC 3251, Burnaby
D208 Brad Bart
Mo 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM
AQ 5035, Burnaby
D300 Harinder Khangura
We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
Fr 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
SRYC 2600, Surrey
SRYC 2600, Surrey
D301 Harinder Khangura
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
SRYC 2990, Surrey
D302 Harinder Khangura
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
SRYC 2995, Surrey
D303 Harinder Khangura
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
SRYC 2990, Surrey
D304 Harinder Khangura
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
SRYC 2995, Surrey
D305 Harinder Khangura
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
SRYC 2990, Surrey
D306 Harinder Khangura
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
SRYC 2995, Surrey
D307 Harinder Khangura
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
SRYC 2990, Surrey
D308 Harinder Khangura
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
SRYC 2995, Surrey

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CMPT 210 - Probability and Computing (3)

Probability has become an essential tool in modern computer science with applications in randomized algorithms, computer vision and graphics, systems, data analysis, and machine learning. The course introduces the foundational concepts in probability as required by many modern applications in computing. Prerequisite: MACM 101, MATH 152, and MATH 240, all with a minimum grade of C-.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Sharan Vaswani
Th 4:30 PM – 5:50 PM
Fr 4:30 PM – 5:50 PM
AQ 3149, Burnaby
SWH 10041, Burnaby
D101 Sharan Vaswani
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
BLU 10921, Burnaby
D102 Sharan Vaswani
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
BLU 11901, Burnaby
D103 Sharan Vaswani
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
BLU 10921, Burnaby
D104 Sharan Vaswani
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
WMC 3513, Burnaby
D105 Sharan Vaswani
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
BLU 10921, Burnaby
D106 Sharan Vaswani
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
AQ 5005, Burnaby
MACM 201 - Discrete Mathematics II (3)

A continuation of MACM 101. Topics covered include graph theory, trees, inclusion-exclusion, generating functions, recurrence relations, and optimization and matching. Prerequisite: MACM 101 or (ENSC 251 and one of MATH 232 or MATH 240). Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Nathan Ilten
Hanmeng Zhan
Mo, We, Fr 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
SSCC 9002, Burnaby
D300 Nils Bruin
Mo, We, Fr 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
EDB 7618, Burnaby
D400 Abraham Punnen
Mo, We, Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
SRYC 5280, Surrey
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD
OP03 TBD

and either both of

CMPT 120 - Introduction to Computing Science and Programming I (3)

An elementary introduction to computing science and computer programming, suitable for students with little or no programming background. Students will learn fundamental concepts and terminology of computing science, acquire elementary skills for programming in a high-level language, e.g. Python. The students will be exposed to diverse fields within, and applications of computing science. Topics will include: pseudocode; data types and control structures; fundamental algorithms; recursion; reading and writing files; measuring performance of algorithms; debugging tools; basic terminal navigation using shell commands. Treatment is informal and programming is presented as a problem-solving tool. Prerequisite: BC Math 12 or equivalent is recommended. Students with credit for CMPT 102, 128, 130 or 166 may not take this course for further credit. Students who have taken CMPT 125, 129, 130 or 135 first may not then take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Hazra Imran
Mo 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
Th 8:30 AM – 10:20 AM
AQ 3182, Burnaby
RCB IMAGTH, Burnaby
D200 Hazra Imran
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
Th 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
WMC 3520, Burnaby
RCB IMAGTH, Burnaby
D300 Mohammad Tayebi
Mo 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
We 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
SSCC 9002, Burnaby
SSCB 9201, Burnaby
D400 Bobby Chan
Mo 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
Th 8:30 AM – 10:20 AM
SRYE 1002, Surrey
SRYE 1002, Surrey
D401 Bobby Chan
Th 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D402 Bobby Chan
Th 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D403 Bobby Chan
Th 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D404 Bobby Chan
Th 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D405 Bobby Chan
Th 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D406 Bobby Chan
Th 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D407 Bobby Chan
Th 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D408 Bobby Chan
Th 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
CMPT 125 - Introduction to Computing Science and Programming II (3)

A rigorous introduction to computing science and computer programming, suitable for students who already have some background in computing science and programming. Intended for students who will major in computing science or a related program. Topics include: memory management; fundamental algorithms; formally analyzing the running time of algorithms; abstract data types and elementary data structures; object-oriented programming and software design; specification and program correctness; reading and writing files; debugging tools; shell commands. Prerequisite: CMPT 120 or CMPT 130, with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CMPT 126, 129, 135 or CMPT 200 or higher may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Victor Cheung
Mo 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
SSCB 9200, Burnaby
WMC 3520, Burnaby
D101 Victor Cheung
Th 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D102 Victor Cheung
Th 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D103 Victor Cheung
Th 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D104 Victor Cheung
Th 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D105 Victor Cheung
Th 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D106 Victor Cheung
Th 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D107 Victor Cheung
Th 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D108 Victor Cheung
Th 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D200 Milan Tofiloski
Igor Shinkar
We 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
Fr 8:30 AM – 10:20 AM
SSCB 9201, Burnaby
SSCB 9201, Burnaby
D201 Milan Tofiloski
Igor Shinkar
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D202 Milan Tofiloski
Igor Shinkar
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D203 Milan Tofiloski
Igor Shinkar
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D204 Milan Tofiloski
Igor Shinkar
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D205 Milan Tofiloski
Igor Shinkar
We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D206 Milan Tofiloski
Igor Shinkar
We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D207 Milan Tofiloski
Igor Shinkar
We 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby
D208 Milan Tofiloski
Igor Shinkar
We 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
ASB 9838, Burnaby

or both of

CMPT 130 - Introduction to Computer Programming I (3)

An introduction to computing science and computer programming, using a systems oriented language, such as C or C++. This course introduces basic computing science concepts. Topics will include: elementary data types, control structures, functions, arrays and strings, fundamental algorithms, computer organization and memory management. Prerequisite: BC Math 12 (or equivalent, or any of MATH 100, 150, 151, 154, or 157, with a minimum grade of C-). Students with credit for CMPT 102, 120, 128 or 166 may not take this course for further credit. Students who have taken CMPT 125, 129 or 135 first may not then take this course for further credit. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

CMPT 135 - Introduction to Computer Programming II (3)

A second course in systems-oriented programming and computing science that builds upon the foundation set in CMPT 130 using a systems-oriented language such as C or C++. Topics: a review of the basic elements of programming; introduction to object-oriented programming (OOP); techniques for designing and testing programs; use and implementation of elementary data structures and algorithms; introduction to embedded systems programming. Prerequisite: CMPT 130 with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CMPT 125, 126, or 129 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Toby Donaldson
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
We, Fr 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
SRYC 2600, Surrey
SRYE 1002, Surrey
D101 Toby Donaldson
We 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
SRYE 4013, Surrey
D102 Toby Donaldson
Th 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
SRYE 4024, Surrey
D103 Toby Donaldson
Th 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
SRYE 4024, Surrey
D104 Toby Donaldson
Th 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
SRYE 4024, Surrey
D105 Toby Donaldson
Th 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
SRYE 4024, Surrey
D106 Toby Donaldson
Th 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
SRYE 4024, Surrey
D107 Toby Donaldson
Th 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
SRYE 4024, Surrey
D108 Toby Donaldson
Th 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
SRYE 4024, Surrey

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GEOG 213 - Introduction to Geomorphology (3)

An exploration of the processes that shape Earth's surface and the landforms that result. Prerequisite: GEOG 111 or EASC 101. Quantitative/Breadth-Science.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Jonathan Cripps
Fr 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
WMC 3220, Burnaby
D101 Fr 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
AQ 5028, Burnaby
D102 Mo 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
AQ 5028, Burnaby
GEOG 214 - Weather and Climate (3)

An examination of the basic principles and processes governing the Earth's weather and climate. Topics include: radiation, greenhouse effect, clouds, precipitation, atmospheric circulation, mid-latitude cyclones, tropical storms, climate change. Prerequisite: GEOG 111. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Wolf Read
Mo 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
WMC 2202, Burnaby
D101 Mo 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby
D102 Th 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby
GEOG 215 - The Biosphere (3)

An introduction to the planetary biosphere, its living organisms, and their interactions with each other and the Earth system. Prerequisite: GEOG 111.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Margaret Schmidt
Fr 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
WMC 2220, Burnaby
D101 We 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
RCB 7108, Burnaby
D103 We 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
RCB 7108, Burnaby
GEOG 221 - Economic Worlds (3)

The fundamentals of economics geography, the study of the forces that shape the arrangement of economic activity in the real world. Prerequisite: GEOG 100. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Rosemary-Claire Collard
Tu 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
BLU 11901, Burnaby
D101 Tu 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
AQ 5009, Burnaby
D103 We 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
BLU 11901, Burnaby
GEOG 241 - People, Place, Society (3)

An introduction to key concepts and contexts in contemporary geographical approaches to social practices, meanings, and struggles. Prerequisite: GEOG 100. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Margaret Ramirez
Th 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
RCB 8100, Burnaby
D101 Th 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
BLU 10901, Burnaby
D103 Fr 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
AQ 5049, Burnaby
GEOG 261 - Encountering the City (3)

An introduction to key concepts and themes in contemporary geographical approaches to cities and urbanization. Prerequisite: GEOG 100 or 102. Breadth-Social Sciences.

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GEOG 251 - Quantitative Geography (3)

An introduction to basic quantitative techniques for the collection of geographic data. Topics include describing data, gathering samples, theoretical distributions, linking samples and populations, testing significance, and exploring spatial relationships all within practical, real-world application contexts. Prerequisite: GEOG 100 or 111. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Peter Keller
Mo 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
WMC 2200, Burnaby
D101 Mo 4:30 PM – 6:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby
D102 Tu 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby
D103 Tu 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby
STAT 270 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics (3)

Basic laws of probability, sample distributions. Introduction to statistical inference and applications. Prerequisite: or Corequisite: MATH 152 or 155 or 158, with a minimum grade of C-. Students wishing an intuitive appreciation of a broad range of statistical strategies may wish to take STAT 100 first. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Scott Pai
Mo, We, Fr 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
SSCB 9200, Burnaby
D900 Scott Pai
Tu 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
Th 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
SRYC 2750, Surrey
SRYC 2750, Surrey
OL01 Distance Education
OP01 TBD
OP09 TBD
STAT 271 - Probability and Statistics for Computing Science (3)

This is an introductory course in probability and statistics that is designed for Computer Science students. Mainly covers basic probability theory and statistical methods for designing and analyzing computing algorithms and systems. Topics include continuous probability distributions, random variables, multivariate normal distributions, parameter estimation and inference theory, as well as design and analysis of statistical studies, including hypothesis testing and presentation of statistical data. Prerequisite: CMPT 210 with a minimum grade of C-.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Gary Parker
We 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
Fr 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
RCB 5100, Burnaby
AQ 5026, Burnaby
D102 Gary Parker
We 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
RCB 5100, Burnaby

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MATH 150 - Calculus I with Review (4)

Designed for students specializing in mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing science and engineering. Topics as for Math 151 with a more extensive review of functions, their properties and their graphs. Recommended for students with no previous knowledge of Calculus. In addition to regularly scheduled lectures, students enrolled in this course are encouraged to come for assistance to the Calculus Workshop (Burnaby), or Math Open Lab (Surrey). Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least B+, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least B-, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the Simon Fraser University Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 151, 154 or 157 may not take MATH 150 for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Joanna Niezen
Mo, We, Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
SSCB 9200, Burnaby
D101 Tu 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
SWH 10061, Burnaby
D102 Tu 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
SWH 10061, Burnaby
D105 We 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
SWH 10061, Burnaby
D106 We 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
SWH 10061, Burnaby
D107 We 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
SWH 10061, Burnaby
D108 We 3:30 PM – 4:20 PM
SWH 10061, Burnaby
D400 Natalia Kouzniak
Mo, We, Fr 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
SRYC 3170, Surrey
D401 Natalia Kouzniak
We 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
SRYC 2740, Surrey
D402 Natalia Kouzniak
We 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
SRYC 2740, Surrey
D403 Natalia Kouzniak
Fr 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
SRYC 2740, Surrey
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD
MATH 151 - Calculus I (3)

Designed for students specializing in mathematics, physics, chemistry, computing science and engineering. Logarithmic and exponential functions, trigonometric functions, inverse functions. Limits, continuity, and derivatives. Techniques of differentiation, including logarithmic and implicit differentiation. The Mean Value Theorem. Applications of differentiation including extrema, curve sketching, Newton's method. Introduction to modeling with differential equations. Polar coordinates, parametric curves. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least A, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least B, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the Simon Fraser University Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 150, 154 or 157 may not take MATH 151 for further credit. Quantitative.

MATH 154 - Mathematics for the Life Sciences I (3)

Designed for students specializing in the life sciences. Topics include: limits, growth rate and the derivative; elementary functions, optimization and approximation methods, and their applications, integration, and differential equations; mathematical models of biological processes and their implementation and analysis using software. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least B, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least C-, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the Simon Fraser University Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 150, 151 or 157 may not take MATH 154 for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Elisha Are
Mo, We, Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
SWH 10081, Burnaby
OP01 TBD
MATH 157 - Calculus I for the Social Sciences (3)

Designed for students specializing in business or the social sciences. Topics include: limits, growth rate and the derivative; logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric functions and their application to business, economics, optimization and approximation methods; introduction to functions of several variables with emphasis on partial derivatives and extrema. Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus 12 (or equivalent) with a grade of at least B, or MATH 100 with a grade of at least C, or achieving a satisfactory grade on the Simon Fraser University Calculus Readiness Test. Students with credit for either MATH 150, 151 or 154 may not take MATH 157 for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Marni Julie Mishna
Mo, We, Fr 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
RCB IMAGTH, Burnaby
D400 Justin Chan
Mo, We, Fr 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
SRYC 5280, Surrey
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD

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MATH 152 - Calculus II (3)

Riemann sum, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus, definite, indefinite and improper integrals, approximate integration, integration techniques, applications of integration. First-order separable differential equations and growth models. Sequences and series, series tests, power series, convergence and applications of power series. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or 151, with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 154 or 157 with a grade of at least B. Students with credit for MATH 155 or 158 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Ralf Wittenberg
Mo, We, Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
SSCC 9001, Burnaby
D200 Jamie Mulholland
Mo, We, Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
BLU 10011, Burnaby
D300 Nathan Ilten
Mo, We, Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
WMC 3520, Burnaby
D400 Luis Goddyn
Mo, We, Fr 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
SRYC 2600, Surrey
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD
OP03 TBD
MATH 155 - Mathematics for the Life Sciences II (3)

Designed for students specializing in the life sciences. Topics include: vectors and matrices, partial derivatives, multi-dimensional integrals, systems of differential equations, compartment models, graphs and networks, and their applications to the life sciences; mathematical models of multi-component biological processes and their implementation and analysis using software. Prerequisite: MATH 150, 151 or 154, with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 157 with a grade of at least B. Students with credit for MATH 152 or 158 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Ben Ashby
Mo, We 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
RCB IMAGTH, Burnaby
RCB IMAGTH, Burnaby
D200 Mahsa Faizrahnemoon
Mo, We, Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
AQ 3150, Burnaby
D400 Luis Goddyn
Mo, We, Fr 9:30 AM – 10:20 AM
SRYC 2600, Surrey
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD
MATH 158 - Calculus II for the Social Sciences (3)

Designed for students specializing in business or the social sciences. Topics include: theory of integration, integration techniques, applications of integration; functions of several variables with emphasis on double and triple integrals and their applications; introduction to differential equations with emphasis on some special first-order equations and their applications; sequences and series. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or 154 or 157, with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for MATH 152 or 155 may not take MATH 158 for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
E200 Razvan Fetecau
Mo 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
We 4:30 PM – 6:20 PM
AQ 3181, Burnaby
AQ 3181, Burnaby
OP03 TBD

and one of

MATH 232 - Applied Linear Algebra (3)

Linear equations, matrices, determinants. Introduction to vector spaces and linear transformations and bases. Complex numbers. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors; diagonalization. Inner products and orthogonality; least squares problems. An emphasis on applications involving matrix and vector calculations. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or MACM 101, with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 154 or 157, both with a grade of at least B. Students with credit for MATH 240 may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Brenda Davison
Mo, We, Fr 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
SSCC 9001, Burnaby
D400 Abraham Punnen
Mo, We, Fr 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
SRYC 5280, Surrey
OP01 TBD
OP02 TBD
MATH 240 - Algebra I: Linear Algebra (3)

Linear equations, matrices, determinants. Real and abstract vector spaces, subspaces and linear transformations; basis and change of basis. Complex numbers. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors; diagonalization. Inner products and orthogonality; least squares problems. Applications. Subject is presented with an abstract emphasis and includes proofs of the basic theorems. Prerequisite: MATH 150 or 151 or MACM 101, with a minimum grade of C-; or MATH 154 or 157, both with a grade of at least B. Students with credit for MATH 232 cannot take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Katrina Honigs
Mo, We, Fr 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
SSCC 9000, Burnaby
OP01 TBD

† with a grade of B+ or better and permission of the School of Computing Science

Upper Division Requirements

Students complete a total of 45 upper division units including all of

CMPT 307 - Data Structures and Algorithms (3)

Design and analysis of efficient data structures and algorithms. General techniques for building and analyzing algorithms (greedy, divide & conquer, dynamic programming, network flows). Introduction to NP-completeness. Prerequisite: CMPT 225, (MACM 201 or CMPT 210), (MATH 150 or MATH 151), and (MATH 232 or MATH 240), all with a minimum grade of C-. MATH 154 or MATH 157 with a grade of at least B+ may be substituted for MATH 150 or MATH 151.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Qianping Gu
Mo 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
We 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
Fr 1:30 PM – 2:20 PM
SSCC 9002, Burnaby
WMC 3260, Burnaby
WMC 3260, Burnaby
E100 Mohammadmahdi Jahanara
Tu 4:30 PM – 6:20 PM
Th 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
AQ 3005, Burnaby
SSCB 9201, Burnaby
CMPT 354 - Database Systems I (3)

Logical representations of data records. Data models. Studies of some popular file and database systems. Document retrieval. Other related issues such as database administration, data dictionary and security. Prerequisite: CMPT 225 and (MACM 101 or (ENSC 251 and ENSC 252)), all with a minimum grade of C-.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Martin Ester
Mo 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
Th 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
WMC 3260, Burnaby
WMC 3260, Burnaby
D300 John Edgar
Mo, We, Fr 8:30 AM – 9:20 AM
SRYE 2016, Surrey
CMPT 361 - Introduction to Computer Graphics (3)

This course provides an introduction to the fundamentals of computer graphics. Topics include graphics display and interaction hardware, basic algorithms for 2D primitives, anti-aliasing, 2D and 3D geometrical transformations, 3D projections/viewing, Polygonal and hierarchical models, hidden-surface removal, basic rendering techniques (color, shading, raytracing, radiosity), and interaction techniques. Prerequisite: CMPT 225 and MATH 232 or 240, all with a minimum grade of C-.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Yagiz Aksoy
Xue Bin Jason Peng
Mo 4:30 PM – 5:20 PM
Th 4:30 PM – 6:20 PM
AQ 3005, Burnaby
AQ 3005, Burnaby

and one of

CMPT 300 - Operating Systems I (3)

This course aims to give the student an understanding of what a modern operating system is, and the services it provides. It also discusses some basic issues in operating systems and provides solutions. Topics include multiprogramming, process management, memory management, and file systems. Prerequisite: CMPT 225 and (CMPT 295 or ENSC 254), all with a minimum grade of C-.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Steven Ko
Th 11:30 AM – 2:20 PM
SWH 10081, Burnaby
D200 Harinder Khangura
Mo 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
We 10:30 AM – 11:20 AM
SRYE 2016, Surrey
SRYE 2016, Surrey
CMPT 363 - User Interface Design (3)

This course provides a comprehensive study of user interface design. Topics include: goals and principles of UI design (systems engineering and human factors), historical perspective, current paradigms (widget-based, mental model, graphic design, ergonomics, metaphor, constructivist/iterative approach, and visual languages) and their evaluation, existing tools and packages (dialogue models, event-based systems, prototyping), future paradigms, and the social impact of UI. Prerequisite: CMPT 225 with a minimum grade of C-.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Xingdong Yang
Mo 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM
We 3:30 PM – 4:50 PM
AQ 3159, Burnaby
AQ 3003, Burnaby
D200 Lawrence Kim
Mo 5:00 PM – 6:20 PM
We 5:00 PM – 6:20 PM
AQ 3159, Burnaby
AQ 3003, Burnaby
CMPT 371 - Data Communications and Networking (3)

Data communication fundamentals (data types, rates, and transmission media). Network architectures for local and wide areas. Communications protocols suitable for various architectures. ISO protocols and internetworking. Performance analysis under various loadings and channel error rates. Prerequisite: CMPT 225 and (MATH 151 or MATH 150), with a minimum grade of C-. MATH 154 or MATH 157 with a grade of at least B+ may be substituted for MATH 151 (MATH 150).

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Balbir Gill
We 5:30 PM – 6:20 PM
Fr 4:30 PM – 6:20 PM
SRYE 1002, Surrey
SRYE 1002, Surrey
CMPT 384 - Symbolic Computing (3)

This course considers modelling and programming techniques appropriate for symbolic data domains such as mathematical expressions, logical formulas, grammars and programming languages. Topics include recursive and functional programming style, grammar-based data abstraction, simplification and reduction transformations, conversions to canonical form, environment data structures and interpreters, metaprogramming, pattern matching and theorem proving. Prerequisite: CMPT 225 and (MACM 101 or (ENSC 251 and ENSC 252)), all with a minimum grade of C-.

and three of

GEOG 351 - Multimedia Cartography (4)

Elements of cartographic analysis, design and visualization, with an emphasis on digital mapping, animation techniques, cartographic software and internet mapping. Prerequisite: GEOG 255. Quantitative.

GEOG 352 - Spatial Analysis (4)

Advanced quantitative techniques for spatial analysis of geographic data and patterns. Topics include geostatistics, spatial interpolation, autocorrelation, kriging, and their use in geographic problem solving with spatial analysis software. Prerequisite: GEOG 251 or one of STAT 201, 203 (formerly 103), 205, or 270. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Suzana Dragicevic
Th 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
AQ 3150, Burnaby
D101 Th 4:30 PM – 6:20 PM
AQ 2111, Burnaby
D102 Fr 8:30 AM – 10:20 AM
AQ 2111, Burnaby
D103 Fr 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
AQ 2111, Burnaby
D104 Fr 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
AQ 2111, Burnaby
GEOG 353 - Advanced Remote Sensing (4)

Advanced remote sensing principles and data processing techniques, including image correction and enhancement, advanced image analysis and information extraction, land cover classification and change detection, and integration of remote sensing and GIS. Prerequisite: GEOG 253. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Bing Lu
Tu 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
WMC 2202, Burnaby
D101 Tu 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
AQ 2111, Burnaby
D102 We 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
AQ 2111, Burnaby
GEOG 355 - Geographical Information Science II (4)

An examination of technical components of GIS. Topics include spatial representations, generalization and data management; computational algebra and set theory; digital surfaces and terrain models. Prerequisite: GEOG 255. Quantitative.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Nadine Schuurman
TBD
D101 Tu 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
AQ 2111, Burnaby
D102 Th 8:30 AM – 10:20 AM
AQ 2111, Burnaby
D103 Th 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
AQ 2111, Burnaby
GEOG 356 - 3D GIScience (4)

Introduction to 3D spatial data, 3D analysis, and 3D visualization for spatial problems. Students will gain skills in 3D aspects of GIScience concepts; data generation and use; analysis and simulation; visualization and its use for interpretation and communication. Prerequisite: GEOG 255.

and two of

CMPT 372 - Web II - Server-side Development (3)

Introduces students to the fundamentals of server-side web development. Students will gain experience working with backend web frameworks, designing and implementing web APIs, and deploying web systems. Students will be introduced to popular back-end frameworks. The course will focus on the design, creating, implementation, and deployment of backend systems, including APIs. Prerequisite: CMPT 272 and CMPT 225, both with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CMPT 470 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Bobby Chan
Mo 2:30 PM – 3:20 PM
Th 2:30 PM – 4:20 PM
SRYE 1002, Surrey
SRYE 1002, Surrey
CMPT 412 - Computational Vision (3)

Computational approaches to image understanding will be discussed in relation to theories about the operation of the human visual system and with respect to practical applications in robotics. Topics will include edge detection, shape from shading, stereopsis, optical flow, Fourier methods, gradient space, three-dimensional object representation and constraint satisfaction. Prerequisite: MATH 152 with a minimum grade of C-, and nine units in Computing upper division courses or permission of the instructor.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Yasutaka Furukawa
We 11:30 AM – 12:20 PM
Fr 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
SSCK 9500, Burnaby
SSCK 9500, Burnaby
CMPT 419 - Special Topics in Artificial Intelligence (3)

Current topics in artificial intelligence depending on faculty and student interest.

CMPT 454 - Database Systems II (3)

An advanced course on database systems which covers crash recovery, concurrency control, transaction processing, distributed database systems as the core material and a set of selected topics based on the new developments and research interests, such as object-oriented data models and systems, extended relational systems, deductive database systems, and security and integrity. Prerequisite: CMPT 300 and 354, with a minimum grade of C-.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Ke Wang
Mo 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
We 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
AQ 3005, Burnaby
AQ 3005, Burnaby
CMPT 461 - Computational Photography and Image Manipulation (3)

Computational Photography is concerned with overcoming the limitations of traditional photography with computation: in optics, sensors, and geometry; and even in composition, style, and human interfaces. The course covers computational techniques to improve the way we process, manipulate, and interact with visual media. The covered topics include image-based lighting and rendering, camera geometry and optics, computational apertures, advanced image filtering operations, high-dynamic range, image blending, texture synthesis and inpainting. Prerequisite: CMPT 361, (MACM 201 or CMPT 210), and MACM 316, all with a minimum grade of C-. Students with credit for CMPT 451 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Yagiz Aksoy
Mo 12:30 PM – 1:20 PM
Th 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
AQ 3154, Burnaby
AQ 3149, Burnaby

and two of

GEOG 451 - Spatial Modeling (4)

Spatial models for the representation and simulation of physical, human and environmental processes. GIS and spatial analysis software are used in the laboratory for model development, from problem definition and solution to visualization. Prerequisite: GEOG 251 or one of STAT 201, 203 (formerly 103), 205, or 270; one of GEOG 351, 352, 353, 355 or 356. Quantitative.

GEOG 453 - Theoretical and Applied Remote Sensing (4)

Students will work in teams on real-world remote sensing projects in their area of interest. Each team will complete the project independently from literature review to project presentation. Cutting-edge remote sensing technologies and research that are related to the projects will also be introduced. Prerequisite: GEOG 353. Recommended: One of GEOG 351, 352, 355 or 356. Students with credit for GEOG 453W may not repeat this course for further credit. Quantitative.

GEOG 455 - Theoretical and Applied GIS (4)

A critical examination of advanced topics in GIS, such as: boundary definition, expert systems and artificial intelligence, error and uncertainty, and scale in a digital context. Examines social applications and the roles of GIS in society. Students will design original projects, including data acquisition, analysis, and web site development. Prerequisite: GEOG 355. Students with credit for GEOG 452 or GEOG 455W may not take this course for further credit. Quantitative.

GEOG 457 - Geovisualization Interfaces (4)

The concepts, theories, and technology behind interactive and immersive interface technologies used for geospatial visualization. Applications and implications for GIScience and spatial knowledge acquisition. Combines GIScience, spatial cognition, and virtual environments/interface research perspectives. Prerequisite: GEOG 356. Students with credit for GEOG 457 (STT) Geospatial Virtual Environments in fall 2005 or fall 2006 may not take this course for further credit.

Section Instructor Day/Time Location
D100 Nicholas Hedley
Mo 10:30 AM – 12:20 PM
BLU 10655, Burnaby
D101 Mo 12:30 PM – 2:20 PM
AQ 2109, Burnaby

and four additional upper division units in physical or human geography. Students should consult with the program advisor when choosing these units

and three additional upper division units in CMPT or MACM courses.

Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements

Students admitted to Simon Fraser University beginning in the fall 2006 term must meet writing, quantitative and breadth requirements as part of any degree program they may undertake. See Writing, Quantitative, and Breadth Requirements for university-wide information.

WQB Graduation Requirements

A grade of C- or better is required to earn W, Q or B credit

Requirement

Units

Notes
W - Writing

6

Must include at least one upper division course, taken at Simon Fraser University within the student’s major subject
Q - Quantitative

6

Q courses may be lower or upper division
B - Breadth

18

Designated Breadth Must be outside the student’s major subject, and may be lower or upper division
6 units Social Sciences: B-Soc
6 units Humanities: B-Hum
6 units Sciences: B-Sci

6

Additional Breadth 6 units outside the student’s major subject (may or may not be B-designated courses, and will likely help fulfil individual degree program requirements)

Students choosing to complete a joint major, joint honours, double major, two extended minors, an extended minor and a minor, or two minors may satisfy the breadth requirements (designated or not designated) with courses completed in either one or both program areas.

 

Residency Requirements and Transfer Credit

  • At least half of the program's total units must be earned through Simon Fraser University study.
  • At least two thirds of the program's total upper division units must be earned through Simon Fraser University study.

Please see Faculty of Applied Sciences Residency Requirements for further information.

Elective Courses

In addition to the courses listed above, students should consult an academic advisor to plan the remaining required elective courses.