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From: prlb2!kulcs!kulesat!van_cleyn@uunet.UU.NET Date: Tue, 21 Jun 88 07:09 EDT To: "ailist%ai.ai.mit.edu@kulcs.uucp"@uunet.UU.NET Subject: master of engineering in ai at k.u.leuven belgium Annoucement of the program MASTER OF ENGINEERING IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ________________________________________________ ------------------------------------------------ at the Katholieke Universiteit LEUVEN, BELGIUM ---------------------------------------------------------------------- The PROGRAM 1. Mandatory Components 1.1 Introductory Courses - Each course is taught during one semester, 1.5 hour a week. In addition, 6 2.5 hour sessions accompany each course. 1. Fundamentals of AI (Y.D. Willems) 2. Cognitive Science (G. van Outryve d'Ydewalle) 3. Neural Computing (G. Orban) 1.2 Specialized Courses - Each course is taught during one semester, 1.5 hour a week. In addition, six 2.5 hour sessions accompany each course. 1. Logic as a Foundation for AI (Y.D. Willems, B. Demoen) 2. Programming Languages and Programming Methodologies (K. De Vlaminck, J. Lewi) 3. Methodologies for Building Knowledge-based Systems (P. Suetens) 1.3 Seminar on AI (weekly 2.5 hour sessions) - 1.4 Thesis - 2 Optional Components Each course is taught during one semester, 1.5 hour a week. In addition, four 2.5 sessions accompany each course. 1. Robotics (J. De Schutter) 2. Computer Vision (P. Wambacq, P. Suetens) 3. Natural Language Processing (G. Adriaens) 4. Speech Processing (D. Van Compernolle) 5. Advanced Computer Architectures (L. Van Eycken, P. Wambacq) 6. Advanced Programming Languages for AI (J. Lewi, E. Steegmans) 7. Formal Reasoning and Proof Techniques for Software Systems (J. Lewi) 8. Selected Topics in Logic Programming (M. Bruynooghe, Y.D. Willems) 9. Expert System Techniques for Control and Design in the Process Industry (M. Rijckaert, W. Bogaerts) 10. Techniques for Solving Complex Conceptual Digital System Design Problems (H. De Man) 11. Formal Reasoning and Proof Techniques for Digital System Correctness Verification (H. De Man, L. Claesen) 12. Knowledge-based Techniques for Automated Analog System Design (W. Sansen) PRACTICAL INFORMATION REQUIREMENTS To receive the degree of Master of Engineering in Artificial Intelli- gence the candidate has to attend the mandatory part of the program and to select at least 7 optional courses. Except for the thesis and the seminar on AI, all courses are taught during one semester, 1.5 hour a week. In addition, practical exercises illustrate the theory. Six 2.5 hour sessions accompany each mandatory course, and four 2.5 hour sessions each optional course. In both semesters weekly seminars are provided to discuss new research activities, to invite outside lecturers and to arrange visits to university labs and com- panies. The student will be involved in an AI research project on which he has to write a thesis. The work load of the thesis corre- sponds to the work load of four optional courses. The Coordinating Staff is aware of the fact that students may have various educational backgrounds. Students are therefore allowed to propose to the Coordinating Staff other coherent programs that meet their goals and conform to the basic requirements. The candidate is not expected to take courses if he has previously studied the equivalent subject matter. If such courses are listed as mandatory, they must be replaced with additional optional courses. If the student can not meet the prerequisites of the program, he may attend courses taught elsewhere at the K.U.Leuven. Then, in excep- tional cases, these courses may be allowed to replace either mandatory or optional courses of this program. Exams will be administered at the end of the year, during the months of June and July. Students other than those preparing for the MEAI, can attend individ- ual courses within the regulations of the university. Students who are preparing a doctoral dissertation at the K.U.Leuven in the field of Artificial Intelligence are encouraged to enroll for courses of this program. TIME SCHEDULE The first semester lasts from early October until the end of January. The Christmas holidays last two weeks. The second semester lasts from early February until the end of May. Easter holidays last three weeks of which normally one week before and two weeks after Easter. K.U.LEUVEN Town of LEUVEN Leuven is a typical university town. Many attractive cafis and restaurants add to the town's playful charm. Leuven profits from the unique geo-political position Belgium occupies on the Continent. It is close to Brussels which, with the headquarters of several important European organizations, has become the unofficial capital of Europe. On the crossroads between Germanic and Romance languages, it has always operated as a mediator between different cultures. The university still offers the possibility to study approximately 20 languages, ranging from Dutch to Chinese. Leuven has always been considered one of the leading intellectual centers in the Low Countries. Belgium is a wonderful base for trips throughout Europe : such places as Paris, Grenoble, London, Geneva, Z|rich, Milan, Rome, Venice, Munich, Cologne and Amsterdam are easily accessible. This broad orientation strengthens the cosmopolitan character of K.U.Leuven and fosters the international spirit required for an International Study Program in Artificial Intelligence. Campus Facilities The organizing laboratories are situated on and in the neighbourhood of the Arenberg Campus in Heverlee, within walking distance from the Leuven City center. Near the laboratories there is a university restaurant, a sports center and several student residences. They are situated in the attractive park of Arenberg Castle. The organizing laboratories have computer facilities and their own topical libraries, to which the participants of the study program have access. In each of these libraries computer terminals give access to the LIBIS data bank which contains information on all books and journals available inside the university. The students' living quarters are nearly as important as the lecture hall, the library or the laboratory. The inner city of Leuven offers a variety of accomodations : dormitories, private homes and communal houses. Facilities have been built near the new campus in Heverlee. The newly restored 13th century Groot Begijnhof, in the center of the city, attracts visitors from all over the world. It accommodates 700 students and assistants in a quiet 'old-world' environment yet with all modern comforts. Apart from scientific lectures given by specialists from Belgium and abroad, the Katholieke Universiteit of Leuven also offers excellent concerts and recitals given by world famous orchestras, ensembles and soloists. Exhibitions present the most important of the modern Flemish painters and sculptors. APPLICATION AND REGISTRATION Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. This degree should be obtained in the field of sciences or applied sciences, including experience in computing concepts and practice. An application form must be filled out, including a statement of the individual's objectives; the applicant also has to explain how the program and previous preparation meet these objectives. Foreign students should register preferably before July 1, Belgian students before September 1. Students who apply for a partial program, must follow the same procedure. Admission to the program is normally granted by the Coordinating Staff after consideration of the information provided on the application form, the applicant's educational and professional background and his motivation. Students who apply before July 1, will be notified to their admission before August 1. Those who apply after July 1, will be informed before October 1. Application forms can be obtained from : Prof F. DELMARTINO International Study Programs Universiteitshal Naamsestraat 22 B-3000 LEUVEN Phone : (32) (16) 28.40.27 Telex : 257.15 kulbib b Telefax : (32) (16) 28.40.14 ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Detailed information about the program can be obtained be sending the message GET MASTER OF_AI (first line, first column) to the userid LISTSERV@BLEKUL11.BITNET ------------------------------------------------------------------------------