COMP 204: Computer Programming for Life Sciences
Introduces computer programming concepts tailored specifically for life sciences and computational biology students. Covers core language primitives, data types, logic structures, functional decomposition, object-oriented principles, algorithmic…
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Common aliases: COMP 204
Study Resources for Computer Programming for Life Sciences
Assessment Inventory for COMP 204 (4 Documents)
| Document | Format | Year | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midterm (Exam 2) 2019 | Midterm | 2019 | Illustrative Archive |
| Final Exam 2018 | Final | 2018 | Illustrative Archive |
| Midterm (Exam 1) 2017 | Midterm | 2017 | 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
Introduces computer programming concepts tailored specifically for life sciences and computational biology students. Covers core language primitives, data types, logic structures, functional decomposition, object-oriented principles, algorithmic problem-solving, software libraries, and data parsing with biological applications.
This archive catalogs 4 free educational resources and past exams for COMP 204 (Computer Programming for Life Sciences) at McGill University, containing 2 midterm papers, 1 final examination, and 1 study guide. Dated documents represent 3 distinct academic years between 2017 and 2019.
Core Exam Topics & Learning Objectives
- Fundamental programming constructs: variable typing, conditional logic, iterative loops, and modular functions in COMP 204
- Memory models and data representations: arrays, string parsing, reference passing, and scope resolution
- Introduction to algorithmic thinking: linear/binary search, basic sorting algorithms, and recursive problem decomposition
- Software development practices: debugging methodologies, unit test assertions, and structured coding style in Computer Programming for Life Sciences
Frequently Asked Questions
Which assessment formats are cataloged in this COMP 204 archive?
This collection for COMP 204 at McGill 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 COMP 204 collection?
Dated materials in this archive span from 2017 to 2019, representing 3 distinct academic years. Coverage varies by the records currently cataloged for this course.
How can students access these free COMP 204 past exams?
All cataloged COMP 204 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 McGill University course syllabus.