COS 104
Computing and Culture - Applications and Context
Taylor University · UGRD · Fall 2026
Catalog description
An introduction to the ideas of computational technology including the use of applications, ethical foundations, and the understanding of the context of technology in our world. Analysis from a Christian perspective is emphasized. Topics discussed include algorithmic thinking, artificial intelligence, organization of data, internet and security, hardware, software, and the history of computers. Important skills covered in the course include web design, office productivity applications, information literacy, and an introduction to the process of programming. Meets foundational core computation requirement.
Sections
Current meeting, instructor, credit, and enrollment details
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3 openSeats: 57/60 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 3:53 PM- Days & times
- TR 1400-1450
- Meeting dates
- Aug 31 – Dec 17
- Location
- Euler Science Complex 109
- Instructor
- Lehrian, Timothy
Section notes
Instructional method: Lecture
2
5 openSeats: 50/55 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 3:53 PM- Days & times
- MW 1100-1150
- Meeting dates
- Aug 31 – Dec 17
- Location
- Nussbaum Science Building 107
- Instructor
- Trudel, Grant
Section notes
Instructional method: Lecture
3
6 openSeats: 54/60 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 3:53 PM- Days & times
- WF 1500-1550
- Meeting dates
- Aug 31 – Dec 17
- Location
- Euler Science Complex 109
- Instructor
- Lehrian, Timothy
Section notes
Instructional method: Lecture
5
1 openSeats: 59/60 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 3:53 PM- Days & times
- MW 1200-1250
- Meeting dates
- Aug 31 – Dec 17
- Location
- Nussbaum Science Building 102
- Instructor
- Messick, Benjamin
Section notes
Instructional method: Lecture
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2 openSeats: 58/60 seats Last recorded: Aug 15, 2026, 3:53 PM- Days & times
- T 0830-1020
- Meeting dates
- Aug 31 – Dec 17
- Location
- Nussbaum Science Building 102
- Instructor
- Hickok, Ben
Section notes
Instructional method: Lecture