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CSCI0040

(Formerly CS004 )

Introduction to Scientific Computing and Problem Solving

Instructor(s):
Nikos Triandopoulos
Course Home Page:
http://www.cs.brown.edu/courses/csci0040/
Location: TBA
Meeting Time: K: TTh 2:30-3:50
Exam Group: 11
Semester: 2
Offered This Year?  Yes
When Offered? Every Year

Description

An introduction to computer programming and software design in a high-level language. Much of the material is taught in matlab, but the course finishes with a brief introduction to C. Emphasizes fundamental techniques and strategies for solving scientific problems with computers. Abstract concepts are illustrated by a wide range of applications from engineering, the sciences and the humanities. Intended primarily for students not concentrating in Computer Science who want a single application-oriented programming course. No prerequisites.


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