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CGRER: Computer Laboratory

Suggested Computer-Related Courses


Use of the UNIX workstations and sophisticated application software in the CGRER computer laboratory requires some prior computer experience. Ideally, this would include a good familiarity with basic computer concepts, some experience using the UNIX operating system, knowledge of a computer programming language, and an understanding of numerical methods. Even with this background, users can expect to spend additional time and effort learning how to use the CGRER workstations and software. Although it is conceivable that someone could learn these basic skills on their own, realistically students should be encouraged to take as many computer-related courses as possible and to continually apply these skills in their other coursework.

Below are listed many of the available and relevant computer-related courses offered in several departments at the University of Iowa that non-majors in other disciplines may be able to take (e.g. engineering courses are therefore not indicated here). Check with the department and/or instructor to find out when a particular course is offered.