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Python basics for geoscience and geotechnics (Pilot course)

If you always wanted to dive into the world of coding, this introductory Python programming course for completely new beginners is just for you!

Published 04.03.2024

Instructor: Georg Erharter

Duration & sessions: 16h course in 4x4h sessions

Description: Are you interested in programming but feel overwhelmed by the complexity? Join our 4-session course and learn how to program with Python for geoscientific applications in a way that is easy and accessible to everyone. No prior experience is required!

We will break down the intimidating barriers of programming and guide you through the world of Python step-by-step. You will also be able to apply your new skills through two homework exercises and many smaller examples and tasks. So, what are you waiting for? Enrol in our course today and start your journey to becoming a programming expert!

Content: Python 3 in general; interactive vs. non-interactive programming; datatypes (integers, floats, strings, variables, lists…); control structures; functions; file reading and writing; exception handling; programming style; modules (numpy, pandas, etc.)

Language: English

Required previous experience: None

Teaching mode: online via MS Teams

Course fee: 8 410,- NOK (Pilot course with 50% discount: 4 210,- NOK)

Min-/max. allowed participants: 6/14

Hardware & software requirements: Own personal computer/laptop that can run the Anaconda Python distribution - https://www.anaconda.com/products/individual (recommended to download and install before the course).; Microsoft Teams ready video conference equipment: microphone & camera

Dates: Pilot course:

  • 6th May 13:00-17:00
  • 8th May 13:00-17:00
  • 13th May 13:00-17:00
  • 15th May 13:00-17:00

Reservations: Course registrations can be canceled with a full refund up to 1 month before the first session and a 50% refund up to 10 days before the first session. Shorter cancellations cannot be refunded. If the minimum number of required participants is not reached up to 10 days before the course, the course will be canceled, and already paid fees will be fully refunded.

The course is fully booked. For information on future courses please contact: georg.erharter@ngi.no

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Georg Erharter

Senior Engineer Rock Engineering georg.erharter@ngi.no