Probability in Computing

CAS CS 237

  • Critical Thinking
  • Quantitative Reasoning II

Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CASCS131) - Introduction to basic probabilistic concepts and methods used in computer science. Develops an understanding of the crucial role played by randomness in computing, both as a powerful tool and as a challenge to confront and analyze. Emphasis on rigorous reasoning, analysis, and algorithmic thinking. Effective Fall 2018, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Quantitative Reasoning II, Critical Thinking.

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A1 Januario CGS 129 TR 2:00 pm-3:15 pm Students registering for CAS CS 237 must register for tw o sections: a Lec section, and a Dis section.

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A2 Januario CGS 129 TR 3:30 pm-4:45 pm

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B1 Januario CDS 364 F 9:05 am-9:55 am

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B2 Januario CDS 364 F 10:10 am-11:00 am

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B3 Januario CDS 364 F 11:15 am-12:05 pm

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B4 Januario CDS 364 F 12:20 pm-1:10 pm

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B5 Januario CDS 364 F 1:25 pm-2:15 pm

FALL 2025 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B6 Januario CDS 364 F 2:30 pm-3:20 pm

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A1 Januario KCB 106 TR 9:30 am-10:45 am Students registering for CS 237 must register for both a lecture section (A1 or A2) and a discussion section (B1-B5).
Co-Teach Nathan Klein

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
A2 Januario KCB 106 TR 11:00 am-12:15 pm Students registering for CS 237 must register for both a lecture section (A1 or A2) and a discussion section (B1-B5).
Co-Teach Nathan Klein

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B1 Januario MCS B33 F 10:10 am-11:00 am

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B2 Januario MCS B33 F 11:15 am-12:05 pm

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B3 Januario MCS B33 F 12:20 pm-1:10 pm

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B4 Januario MCS B33 F 1:25 pm-2:15 pm

SPRG 2026 Schedule

Section Instructor Location Schedule Notes
B5 Januario MCS B33 F 2:30 pm-3:20 pm

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