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COMP SCI 102

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTING

3 credits.

Provides a broad overview of computing at an introductory level, including topics such as security, robotics, and artificial intelligence. Increases understanding of how computers work and how algorithms solve problems. Design and implement creative applications in an introductory coding environment. Provides a broad overview of computing and algorithms without an emphasis on programming.

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Requisites: MATH 96 or placement into MATH 141 . MATH 118 does not fulfill the prerequisite. Not open to students with credit for COMP SCI 300 or 320 Course Designation: Core GenEd - Mathematics & Quantitative Reasoning Comm QR - Quantitative Reasoning A Breadth - Natural Science Level - Elementary L&S Credit - L&S Liberal Arts and Science Repeatable for Credit: No Last Taught: Fall 2026 Learning Outcomes: 1. Develop a fundamental understanding of the key concepts of computer science in a variety of contexts. Audience: Undergraduate 2. Create art, music, stories, games and other programs in a visual, introductory programming language Audience: Undergraduate 3. Understand how computers use algorithms to solve problems and act in intelligent ways. Audience: Undergraduate 4. Understand how computers utilize large sets of data to provide insight and knowledge. Audience: Undergraduate 5. Learn how software and hardware make modern computers work Audience: Undergraduate Learning Outcomes: 1. Develop a fundamental understanding of the key concepts of computer science in a variety of contexts. Audience: Undergraduate 2. Create art, music, stories, games and other programs in a visual, introductory programming language Audience: Undergraduate 3. Understand how computers use algorithms to solve problems and act in intelligent ways. Audience: Undergraduate 4. Understand how computers utilize large sets of data to provide insight and knowledge. Audience: Undergraduate 5. Learn how software and hardware make modern computers work Audience: Undergraduate

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