Introduction to Computing in the Geosciences

Catalog description

This course is for students with little or no programming experience. It provides students with programming and problem solving skills using Python with emphasis on the systematic development of algorithms and programs. Topics include Boolean math, data representation and types (array, vectors, strings, structures), evaluation of expressions, program control (iteration, functions), algorithm development (pseudo code, physical problem solving, numerical algorithms), basic Python graphics, and limits of computing. Problems and projects are selected from the Geosciences. Students are expected to be proficient in solving algebraic equations, solving non-calculus Physics problems, including dimensional analysis, and operating a computer.