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Computers and Science
Course: OEAS 795 (one credit), CRN 24921
Course title: Computers and Science
Instructors: Dr. Hans-Peter Plag
Term: Spring 2017
Time: Wednesday, 1:00-1:50 PM
Location: OEAS Class room
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Course description: In this reading class, students will explore the role of computers in research and science. Beginning with a brief history, the focus will be on the impact computers have on the creation of scientific knowledge and the exploration of the world. The relevance of computers for the development of the scientific methodology and epistemology will be considered. Recent trends and potential future developments will be discussed. |
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The learning goals of the course
Students will:- understand the impacts computers have on the creation of knowledge;
- be able to assess the challenges for knowledge creation resultimg from a proliferation of computer-based research;
- have an analytical understanding of the opportunities and challenges computers pose to science.
Logistics
Prerequistes: None
Required Course Materials:
TBA
Reading List: See Class Pages.
Time: Wednesday 1:00-1:50 PM
Room: OEAS Class rooom
Evaluation
The course is a reading class, and the pass/fail grading will be based on participation in the class. Students will be required to read articles and to present summaries of the articles during the classes.
Approach
The course is a reading class requiring active participation of the students.