INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTATIONAL SCIENCE

Catalog description

Introduction to Computational Science explores the role of computer science in scientific inquiry. Through the construction and analysis of block-based visual artifacts (e.g., pixel art and geometric patterns), this course aims to help students learn the essential thought processes used by computer scientists to solve problems, expressing those solutions as computer programs. When executed, these computer programs produce visual artifacts that can be displayed and interacted with using a variety of tools/software including LEGO Digital Designer, Minecraft, LDraw, 3D Builder, and Virtual Reality systems such as the HTC Vive.