Computer Science 205 - Modeling in the Sciences

Offered as CSC 205 and MTH 205. This course integrates the use of mathematics and computers for modeling various phenomena drawn from the natural and social sciences. Scientific case studies span a wide range of systems at all scales, with special emphasis on the life sciences. Mathematical tools include data analysis, discrete and continuous dynamical systems, and discrete geometry. This is a project-based course and provides elementary training in programming using Mathematica. Designations: Theory, Programming. Prerequisites: MTH 112. CSC 110 recommended. Enrollment limited to 20.