PINC is designed as a program for biology majors, and consists of 15 units of computer science coursework (5 courses spread over 4 semesters) that will allow the students to earn an “Emphasis in Computer Science.”
We are looking for students who want to start the PINC program in the spring of 2017. The first class will be taught Tue/ Thu 12:35 – 1:50.
Apply here: 2017 PINC Application.
If you have any questions about the program, please contact Prof. Ilmi Yoon (ilmi@sfsu.edu), Prof. Pleuni Pennings (pennings@sfsu.edu, office hours after Thanksgiving: Tue and Fri 3-4 PM HH 673) or Prof. Carmen Domingo (cdomingo@sfsu.edu).
For more information, download the flyer here: pincflyerversiondec2016.
Content of the PINC program
5 courses, 15 units total, taken during 4 semesters:
- CSc 306 (Computing and App Design for Biologists),
- CSc 307 (Web and Databases for Biologists),
- CSc 220 (Data Structures and Algorithms),
- CSc 690 (Two special topic courses, lectures & independent research project)
Deadline to apply is Dec. 7st 2016
Add an emphasis in computer science to your CV!
Mentoring by CS grad students and Bio Professors!
Apply your new CS skills to biology topics & improve your job prospects!
No prior CS knowledge needed!
Want to talk to PINC student? Please join us at PINC BBQ on 12/3. Details will follow on this website.
SFSU PINC Program Blog 