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2022-2023 UMaine Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2022-2023 UMaine Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

COS 121 - Coding for Everyone


This course introduces computer programming within a specific application domain, with the domain topic changing semester to semester.  Possible applications might include Mobile App development, Data Science, Social Media, Geographic Data, Design, or Life Science. The development process for computer programs will be explored with the goal of creating concrete programs to solve real problems.  The course will also cover fundamental computer programming concepts, such as variables, functions, loops, conditionals, input/output, and data types.  No prior programming experience is expected.

General Education Requirements: Quantitative Literacy

Prerequisites: MAT 111 or a score of 61 or higher  on ALEKS Placement Assessment

Course Typically Offered: Fall and Spring

Credits: 3