Introduction to Digital Technologies

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The goal of this course is to help students gain a deeper appreciation of the capabilities and limitations of computing. Students will learn core computer science concepts and apply those using tools that they will use as future scientists, data analysts, and decision makers. By understanding software as more than a black box, students are better positioned to understand its value and its results, and make more intelligent decisions about when and how much to rely on software results. The course will use tools as Excel, Access, SQL, XML, and NetLogo to demonstrate principles.