Writing 147 - The History of Mechanical Thought

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Haverford College

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NA S.Lindell An exploration of the history of computer and information systems, from early number systems to binary logic, and from the abacus to the modern computer. We will also explore what makes a machine automatic, or a general purpose calculating machine. Prerequisite: Open only to first-year students as assigned by the Director of College Writing. (Satisfies the freshman writing requirement.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.haverford.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 896-1000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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