529-0001-00L  Introduction to Computer Science

SemesterAutumn Semester 2020
LecturersP. H. Hünenberger
Periodicityyearly recurring course
Language of instructionGerman



Courses

NumberTitleHoursLecturers
529-0001-00 VInformatik I
Die genauen Unterrichtszeiten von ONLINE - Veranstaltungen werden von den Dozierenden kommuniziert.
2 hrs
Thu08:00-10:00ON LI NE »
P. H. Hünenberger
529-0001-00 UInformatik I
Groups are selected in myStudies.
2 hrs
Tue12:45-14:30HCI D 267.4 »
12:45-14:30HIT F 21 »
14:45-16:30HCI D 267.4 »
14:45-16:30HIT F 21 »
Thu09:45-11:30HCI D 267.4 »
09:45-11:30HIT F 21 »
12:45-14:30HCI D 267.4 »
12:45-14:30HIT F 21 »
Fri10:45-12:30HCI D 267.4 »
10:45-12:30HIT F 21 »
P. H. Hünenberger

Catalogue data

AbstractIntroduction to UNIX, introduction to C++ programming, data representation and processing, computational errors, algorithms and scaling, sorting and searching, numerical algorithms, algorithmic strategies, computer simulation, computer architecture, operating systems, programming languages, computer networks, databases, representation of chemical structures, molecular simulation.
Learning objectiveAcquire a starting package concerning the computational aspects of natural sciences; discuss fundamentals of computer architecture, languages, algorithms and programming with an eye to their application in the area of chemistry, biology and material science.
ContentLecture: Introduction to UNIX, introduction to C++ programming, data representation and processing, computational errors, algorithms and scaling, sorting and searching, numerical algorithms, algorithmic strategies, computer simulation, computer architecture, operating systems, programming languages, computer networks, databases, representation of chemical structures, molecular simulation; Exercises: Make students familiar with the UNIX operating system, C++ programming techniques, simple algorithms and computational applications in chemistry by means of exercise series at the computer.
Lecture notesScript booklet (copies of powerpoint slides, in English), distributed at first or second lecture.
LiteratureSee: www.csms.ethz.ch/education/InfoI
Prerequisites / NoticeSince the exercises on the computer do convey and test essentially different skills than those being conveyed during the lectures and tested at the written exam, the results of the exercises are taken into account when evaluating the results of the exam (compulsory performance component, 12% of the exam mark; in case of repetition of the exam, the exercise marks from a previous semester can be kept).

For more information about the lecture: www.csms.ethz.ch/education/InfoI

Performance assessment

Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again)
Performance assessment as a semester course
In examination block forBachelor's Degree Programme in Biochemistry - Chemical Biology 2020; Version 28.11.2022 (Examination Block)
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Chemical Engineering 2006; Version 27.03.2018 (Examination Block)
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Chemical Engineering 2018; Version 26.09.2022 (Examination Block)
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Chemistry 2005; Version 27.03.2018 (Examination Block)
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Chemistry 2018; Version 26.09.2022 (Examination Block)
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Interdisciplinary Sciences 2010; Version 27.03.2018 (Examination Block)
Bachelor's Degree Programme in Interdisciplinary Sciences 2018; Version 12.07.2022 (Examination Block)
ECTS credits4 credits
ExaminersP. H. Hünenberger
Typesession examination
Language of examinationGerman
RepetitionThe performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit.
Mode of examinationwritten 120 minutes
Additional information on mode of examinationDa die Uebungen am Rechner wesentlich andere Faehigkeiten vermitteln und pruefen als die Vorlesung und schriftliche Pruefung, werden die Ergebnisse der absolvierten Uebungen bei der Beurteilung des Pruefungsergebnisses einfliessen (obligatorisches Leistungselement, 12% der Pruefungsnote; bei einer Klausurwiederholung duerfen die Uebungsnoten von einem vorherigen Semester uebernommen werden).
Written aidsKeine Hilfsmittel. Ausnahme: Wörterbücher für Fremdsprachige. Prüfungsangabe auf Deutsch sowie auf Englisch vorhanden.
If the course unit is part of an examination block, the credits are allocated for the successful completion of the whole block.
This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding.

Learning materials

 
Main linkWebsite of the lecture/exercises
Only public learning materials are listed.

Groups

529-0001-00 UInformatik I
GroupsBIOCH-ON 01
only for  Biochemistry - Chemical Biology BSc (534000)
BIOCH-01
Thu12:45-14:30HCI D 267.4 »
only for  Biochemistry - Chemical Biology BSc (534000)
BIOCH-02
Thu12:45-14:30HIT F 21 »
only for  Biochemistry - Chemical Biology BSc (534000)
CHEMIE- Rest 02
Tue14:45-16:30HIT F 21 »
not for  Chemistry BSc (529000)
Chemical Engineering BSc (530000)
Biochemistry - Chemical Biology BSc (534000)
CHEMIE-ON 01
only for  Chemistry BSc (529000)
CHEMIE-Rest 01
Tue14:45-16:30HCI D 267.4 »
not for  Chemistry BSc (529000)
Chemical Engineering BSc (530000)
Biochemistry - Chemical Biology BSc (534000)
CHEMIE-01
Tue12:45-14:30HCI D 267.4 »
only for  Chemistry BSc (529000)
Chemical Engineering BSc (530000)
CHEMIE-02
Tue12:45-14:30HIT F 21 »
only for  Chemistry BSc (529000)
Chemical Engineering BSc (530000)
CHEMIE-03
Fri10:45-12:30HCI D 267.4 »
only for  Chemistry BSc (529000)
Chemical Engineering BSc (530000)
CHEMIE-04
Fri10:45-12:30HIT F 21 »
only for  Chemistry BSc (529000)
Chemical Engineering BSc (530000)
CHEMIE-05
Thu09:45-11:30HCI D 267.4 »
only for  Chemistry BSc (529000)
Chemical Engineering BSc (530000)
CHEMIE-06
Thu09:45-11:30HIT F 21 »
only for  Chemistry BSc (529000)
Chemical Engineering BSc (530000)

Restrictions

GroupsRestrictions are listed under Groups

Offered in

ProgrammeSectionType
Biochemistry – Chemical Biology BachelorCore Courses First Year ExaminationOInformation
Chemistry BachelorCompulsory Subjects First Year ExaminationsOInformation
Chemical Engineering BachelorCompulsory Subjects First Year ExaminationsOInformation
Interdisciplinary Sciences BachelorExamination BlockWInformation