18.405: Advanced Complexity Theory
Table of contents
- Course Info
- Realistic Prerequisites
- Subject Matter
- Course Staff
- Lectures
- Problem Sets
- Exams
- Resources
- Grading
- Advice to Future Students
Course Info
Class Size | 56 |
Hours/Week | 11.2 (22 responses) |
Instructors | Richard Williams |
Overall Rating | 6.6/7.0 |
Realistic Prerequisites
- The content of 18.404 was a necessary prerequisite.
Subject Matter
- A theoretical subject. Broad survey of modern complexity techniques and research.
Course Staff
- Very caring and approachable.
- Students expressed that Professor Williams was active on Piazza to answer questions.
- Students found the office hours helpful.
Lectures
- Students expressed lectures were somewhat difficult to follow; however, Professor Williams was happy to answer clarifying questions during the lecture.
- Students found the textbook helpful to complement the lectures.
Problem Sets
- The 3 problem sets were challenging and required creativity and collaboration.
- Students expressed spending a lot of time on psets (e.g. >10 hours) on weeks psets were due.
Exams
- No exams.
Resources
- Students expressed the reference texts and lecture notes were thorough and helpful.
Grading
- Students expressed that the grading was fair.
- Grading breakdown was 60% psets and 40% project.
Advice to Future Students
”If you’re hungering for more after 18.404, take this class!” ”This class is fun!” ”Class is not easy but teaches a lot.”