2004-2005 UNIVERSITY CATALOGUE

CPSC - Computational Science

250 Computational Science I
3 crs (3-0). Sp.
P: C S 170
Not for GE
No credit if taken after CPSC 300
Coordinating department: Physics and Astronomy
An introduction to the architecture, communication, design, and implementation of computational science systems. Topics include fundamental design principles of computer science including an introduction to programming in a higher level language with practical course projects taken from physics, chemistry, biology, geology, and geography.

300 Computational Science II
3 crs (3-0). F.
P: MATH 351 and 354
Not for GE
Coordinating department: Physics and Astronomy
Case studies of problems in computational science. Examples include molecular modeling, computational chemistry, stellar and planetary systems, thermodynamics, seismic modeling, geographic information systems, and atmospheric/oceanic circulation models. Solutions involve various computational tools and techniques.

494 Computational Science Practicum
3 crs (3-0). F, Sp.
P: CPSC 300
Not for GE
No credit it taken after CS 491 with the same title
Coordinating department: Physics and Astronomy
A reflective examination of the principles and practices inherent to the study of computational science, including completion of a comprehensive project in science, mathematics, or computing.