68491 Introduction to Computational Science

6cp; 4hpw

Requisite(s): ((68101c Foundations of Physics OR 68041 Physical Aspects of Nature OR 68037 Physical Modelling)) OR (68042c Physical Modelling A AND 68043 Physical Modelling B)) AND ((33190 Mathematical Modelling for Science OR 33130 Mathematical Modelling 1 OR 35101 Mathematics 1)

This subject introduces the key elements of computational science, which has been described as the third way of doing science. Approaches such as cellular automata and Monte Carlo techniques and their applications to biology, the social sciences and the physical sciences are examined. Computer architecture, data structures and visualisation are also introduced.

Typical availability

Spring semester, City campus

Fee information

2007 contribution for post-2004 Commonwealth-supported students: $889.75
2007 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,370.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
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