Prerequisites: CS 160 or equivalent knowledge of computer
programming and at least one course of calculus, finite mathematics or
probability with grades of C or higher. This course is intended to be
accessible to students outside the mathematical and physical sciences. Formulation of mathematical models for applications in the
biological, physical, and social sciences. Discrete and continuous models
employing random and nonrandom simulation will be studied, with projects
selected to fit the background and interests of the students. (Undergraduate
Bulletin 2004-2006)