Scientific Computing: Introduction to Tools and Programming Languages Beginners
Mon 13 Oct 2014
Description
This course is part of the Scientific Computing series.
There is a very wide variety of tools available for scientists using computers. This variety can be daunting at first glance. This talk will unpick the maze of programming languages and other tools to provide some guidance on what might be appropriate to use for various purposes.
Target audience
- All current University members (departments and colleges)
- Further details regarding eligibility criteria are available
Sessions
Number of sessions: 1
| # | Date | Time | Venue | Trainer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mon 13 Oct 2014 14:00 - 16:15 | 14:00 - 16:15 | New Museums Site, Hopkinson Lecture Theatre | map | Bob Dowling |
Topics covered
- Concept of programming
- Splitting tasks into components
- Selecting tools for each component
- Structuring programs
- External libraries of functions
- Choosing a programming language
- Interpreted and compiled languages
- General purpose and specialist languages
Format
Presentation.
Materials
- Course Notes are available.
Duration
One half day session
Theme
Scientific Computing
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