COMP 204 Computer Programming for Life Sciences (3 credits)

Offered by: Computer Science (Faculty of Science)

Overview

Computer Science (Sci) : Computer Science (Sci): Computer programming in a high level language: variables, expressions, types, functions, conditionals, loops, objects and classes. Introduction to algorithms, modular software design, libraries, file input/output, debugging. Emphasis on applications in the life sciences.

Terms: Fall 2024, Winter 2025

Instructors: Becerra, David (Fall) Siddiqi, Kaleem (Winter)

  • Co-requisite: BIOL 112

  • Restrictions: Not open to students who have taken or are taking COMP 202, COMP 208, or GEOG 333; not open to students who have taken or are taking COMP 206 or COMP 250.

  • To take COMP 204, students should have a solid understanding of pre-calculus fundamentals such as polynomial, trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions.

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