EART 119AIntroduction to Scientific Programming
Introduction to programming for Earth and environmental scientists. Course assumes no prior programming experience. Develops useful Python skills for prospective scientists, rather than cover all aspects of the computer language.
Prerequisites
Prerequisite(s): MATH 19A or MATH 11A or MATH 20A and EART 5 or EART 10 or EART 20.
- Enroll in lecture and associated secondary lab.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 9:20am–10:25am | PhysSciences 130 | M. P. Hain | Open 22/40 |
Fall 2025Open Fall 2025
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Mon Wed Fri 8:00am–9:05am | N. Sci Annex 101 | M. P. Hain | Open 24/40 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mathis Hain | 3.0 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 50% | 2 |
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