Scientific Programming for Sustainabilit

Students in the Master of Science in Sustainability Science program will encounter a range of scientific problems throughout their Science-specific courses that require a strong working knowledge of computer programming. This course provides an introduction to scientific programming using Python. Computer coding skills gained in the course will prepare students for coursework in the Master of Science in Sustainability Science program as well as to succeed in a career having a programming component. Students enrolled in this course will learn through lectures, class discussion, and hands-on exercises that address the following topics: This course will train students to analyze and model scientific data using Python in order to better understand current and future environments and their interactions with human systems. By learning analysis and modeling with Python, students will be better able to inform sustainability policy, management, and decision-making.