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ENGIN 7 - Introduction to Computer Programming and Numerical Methods
Course Title
Introduction to Computer Programming and Numerical Methods
Course Description
Fundamentals of computer programming and numerical methods with emphasis on engineering applications. The first part of the course provides an accelerated introduction to programming in Python, suitable for novices and those with priorexperience. Topics include control structures, functions, data types, data handling, and visualization. Some programming in MATLAB will also be introduced. The second part of the course introduces several numerical methods commonly used in engineering. These include solving nonlinear equations, numerically integrating and differentiating functions, solving systems of linear equations, and simulating dynamical systems using ordinary differential equations.
Minimum Units
4
Maximum Units
4
Grading Basis
Default Letter Grade; P/NP Option
Method of Assessment
Written Exam
Instructors
Staff
Prerequisites
MATH 52 (may be taken concurrently).
Repeat Rules
Course is not repeatable for credit.
Credit Restriction Courses. Students will receive no credit for this course if following the course(s) have already been completed.
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Credit Restrictions. Upon passing, students can use the following course(s) to replace a deficient grade for this course.
Students will receive no credit for ENGIN 7 after completing ENGIN 77, or ENGIN W7.
Credit Replacement Courses
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Formats
Lecture, Discussion, Laboratory
Term
Fall and Spring
Weeks
15 weeks
Weeks
15
Lecture Hours
2
Lecture Hours Min
2
Lecture Hours Max
2
Lecture Mode of Instruction
In Person
Discussion Hours
1
Discussion Hours Min
1
Discussion Hours Max
1
Discussion Mode of Instruction
In Person
Laboratory Hours
4
Laboratory Hours Min
4
Laboratory Hours Max
4
Laboratory Mode of Instruction
In Person
Outside Work Hours
5
Outside Work Hours Min
5
Outside Work Hours Max
5
Term
Summer
Weeks
10 weeks
Weeks
10
Lecture Hours
3
Lecture Hours Min
3
Lecture Hours Max
3
Lecture Mode of Instruction
In Person
Discussion Hours
1.5
Discussion Hours Min
1.5
Discussion Hours Max
1.5
Discussion Mode of Instruction
In Person
Laboratory Hours
6
Laboratory Hours Min
6
Laboratory Hours Max
6
Laboratory Mode of Instruction
In Person
Outside Work Hours
7.5
Outside Work Hours Min
7.5
Outside Work Hours Max
7.5