COMS W1002: Computing In Context
A foundational exploration of elementary computing concepts and Python programming with domain-specific applications. Shared CS concepts and Python programming lectures with track-specific sections. Track themes will vary but may include computing for the…
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Common aliases: COMS W1002
Study Resources for Computing In Context
Assessment Inventory for COMS W1002 (4 Documents)
| Document | Format | Year | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final Exam 2017 | Final | 2017 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2017 | Midterm | 2017 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 2) 2009 | Midterm | 2009 | Illustrative Archive |
| Study Guide 10 | Study Guide | — | Illustrative Archive |
Complete inventory of all 4 assessments (sorted by most recent). Select any document to inspect or use the search bar above to filter.
Course Overview & Exam Syllabus
Course Description
A foundational exploration of elementary computing concepts and Python programming with domain-specific applications. Shared CS concepts and Python programming lectures with track-specific sections. Track themes will vary but may include computing for the social sciences, computing for economics and finance, digital humanities, and more. Intended for nonmajors. Students may only receive credit for one of ENGI E1006 or COMS W1002.
This archive catalogs 4 free educational resources and past exams for COMS W1002 (Computing In Context) at Columbia University, containing 2 midterm papers, 1 final examination, and 1 study guide. Dated documents represent 2 distinct academic years between 2009 and 2017.
Core Exam Topics & Learning Objectives
- Communication theory foundations: transmission, interactive, and transactional models in COMS W1002
- Media literacy and cultural impact: framing theory, agenda-setting, and digital communication ethics
- Message encoding and decoding processes across interpersonal, organizational, and mediated contexts
- Critical evaluation of contemporary communication channels, audience engagement, and message effectiveness in Computing In Context
Frequently Asked Questions
Which assessment formats are cataloged in this COMS W1002 archive?
This collection for COMS W1002 at Columbia University catalogs 4 total resources across the following formats: Midterms, Finals, Study Guides. Each document is listed in the assessment inventory table with its individual format tag and academic year where recorded.
What academic years are covered in this COMS W1002 collection?
Dated materials in this archive span from 2009 to 2017, representing 2 distinct academic years. Coverage varies by the records currently cataloged for this course.
How can students access these free COMS W1002 past exams?
All cataloged COMS W1002 past exams and study materials are free to request. The catalog, metadata, assessment inventory, and illustrative thumbnails are public; source documents are not shown on this page. Use the connect options to request a study resource, and confirm current course topics and grading policies with the Columbia University course syllabus.