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COS 100 - Success in Computer Science

Orientation to college, particularly for those majoring in computer science.  Introduction to the campus, resources available to students, and to the UMaine academic community.  Introduction to the School of Computing and Information Science (SCIS), including the people, physical and computational facilities, and available resources for success.  Introduction to computer science as a major, field, and a future career.  Introduction to majoring in computer science, including techniques and strategies for success, both in general and in the major.    Introduction to the College of Liberal Arts (CLAS), its characteristics, values, people, and academic community.

Prerequisites: First year students with declared COS major.

Course Typically Offered: Fall

Credits: 1