What is Programs: Definition and 562 Discussions

A computer program is a collection of instructions that can be executed by a computer to perform a specific task.
A computer program is usually written by a computer programmer in a programming language. From the program in its human-readable form of source code, a compiler or assembler can derive machine code—a form consisting of instructions that the computer can directly execute. Alternatively, a computer program may be executed with the aid of an interpreter.
A collection of computer programs, libraries, and related data are referred to as software. Computer programs may be categorized along functional lines, such as application software and system software. The underlying method used for some calculation or manipulation is known as an algorithm.

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    Programs GPA requirements for PhD programs

    I was wondering if most Science and Engineering PhD programs look at the entire undergrad gpa or the Junior/Senior gpa? I am a returning student and my old gpa (from 12 years ago) is 2.04 after 63 credits. I figured out that depending on which path I take to finish my undergrad I will need to...
  2. D

    Summer Research Programs in Materials Science and/or Physics

    Can anyone recommend any REUs or other summer research programs in materials science and/or physics? I'm interested in your overall impression of the program, but pros/cons could also be helpful.
  3. L

    Electronics circuit design programs

    Hello, Im kinda of new beginner I am looking for virtual program to get Voltage in and Voltage in a design circit using the oscilloscope and function generator, I using ISIS Design and I can get the oscilloscope getting the sine wave, and the function generator that helps to change the...
  4. Biosyn

    Simulations / Computer programs

    Hello, Would someone please give me a list of free programs that I can use to simulate probability experiments/distributions. Such as drawing 5 cards randomly from a deck or rolling 5 sets of 20 sided dice. Or do I have to learn R or something?
  5. C

    Thinking of switching graduate programs.

    I'm a graduate student in experimental condensed matter physics. Over the last few months, I've found my motivation for physics decreasing substantially going from "I'm definitely doing my PhD in this" to "grabbing my MS and change fields"; now I'm not even sure I can withstand the MS. As I...
  6. B

    Good programs for mathematical physics in canada

    im looking to become a theoretical physicist and i think i might want to do a program in mathematical physics for an undergrad. does anyone know which are best in Canada? i know the obvious ones, (i think) U of T, Waterloo, UBC, McGill, but can anyone be more specific please?
  7. L

    Exploring Summer Programs for High School Physics Students

    I am a freshman in high school, and I would be really interested in doing some sort of physics program over the summer. I'd be especially curious about doing an unpaid internship or taking a class at a college. Would this be at all possible? If so, what programs could you recommend? Thanks in...
  8. K

    Should I Apply to Graduate Programs in Physics with My Current Credentials?

    I attend UC Davis and have a total GPA of about 3.3. I recently took the general GRE and earned a 158 quantitative and a 154 verbal. I am taking the physics GRE this coming saturday, which I anticipate getting a mediocre score. I am currently looking at applying to a few universities: Carnige...
  9. J

    Computational Physics (Making programs for interpolation and differentiation)

    Homework Statement Chapter 4 1. Write a program that implements the first order (linear) interpolation 2. Write a program that implemets n-point Lagrange interpolation. Trean n as an imput parameter. 3. Apply the program to study the quality of the Lagrange interpolation to functions...
  10. D

    Master's Programs in Physics: Finding Financial Support

    Hello, all. I'm looking into applying to master's programs in physics. Unfortunately for me, it seems that very few schools provide fellowships and assistantships to master's students in physics. And, by very few, I mean to say that I haven't found a single one yet. In your experience is this...
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    Admissions Is a master's degree harmful for a us student applying for phd programs?

    I am currently a us student in undergraduate math and physics, doing well in courses, having taken graduate courses in both areas, and have finished degree requirements for both math and physics during my second year in undergrad, but I stayed for one more year anyway. So, now, its my third...
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    Exploring Graduate School Admissions for ME PhD Programs

    I'm applying to graduate school in ME, and I am just curious, if I am not accepted to a PhD program right away, will any (most, all, none?) admissions councils pass on my application to the masters program, after which I may work towards becoming a PhD candidate?
  13. jbrussell93

    Preparation for interdisciplinary grad programs

    I chose physics knowing that I probably will not go to graduate school for pure physics. I'm interested in interdisciplinary research whether that is in EE, biophysics, or Earth science, etc I do not yet know (though I'm leaning geophysics). I switched from engineering to physics because I like...
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    Schools Neuroscience (reading material and grad school programs?)

    Hi, Over the past year, I've started finding the field of neuroscience very interesting. Can anyone recommend any books for a complete newbie on the field? And just out of curiosity, what graduate schools have good neuroscience/neurophysics programs?
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    Engineering Best Corrosion engineering Phd programs

    Like the title of this thread suggests, I am wondering which Phd programs are the best in terms of corrosion engineering.
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    Programs Navigating Cambridge Programs & Scholarships as an American Physics Student

    I want to apply to Cambridge as well as for the Gates Cambridge scholarship. However, I am unsure of which programs I am eligible for as an American student with a 4 year bachelor of science in physics from a strong liberal arts college. I believe that in Europe, a bachelor's degree is three...
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    Calculators TI-89- How do I make programs?

    I would like to make a program for which you give two vectors, A and B, and it returns (A^2 + B^2)^0.5. How can I do this?
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    Do Physics Grad programs fly you out for interviews?

    I've become somewhat curious about this since I'm starting the Grad School application process. I know some universities will fly you out for an interview for their grad program. Do physics grad programs do this, or is this something determined by the graduate school itself, ie ALL/NO...
  19. D

    Stats / Applied Math programs to consider?

    I'll offer a digest version of my earlier post that appeals to shorter attention spans. I'm considering the pursuit of a graduate degree in statistics. My CV in a nutshell: Math Major: 3.6 GPA (in major) GRE: 159 V / 167 Q Research experience: Summer Institute in Biostatistics (SIBS)...
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    Whether to join winter/summer programs?

    Whether to join winter/summer programs?? Hello everyone.. I am an undergraduate (2nd year) of physics. I have interest in the subject, though having been not formally introduced to modern topics i wonder if i should join some summer/winter programs which are supposed to be based on some...
  21. camilus

    Top grad programs in several complex variables and complex geometry?

    I know UC San Diego is good, Rothschild and Ebenfelt are there, but are there any other ones that stand out in these and related fields? Thanks a bunch
  22. R

    Fortran What do I need to create FORTRAN programs?

    So I am an Aerospace engineering student and we are learning FORTRAN right now (you can all thank Boeing for that). I had gotten used to writing in Visual studio with the nice visual debugger and compiler. Unfortunately I can't seem to find a student version of the FORTRAN debugger for VS, so I...
  23. N

    One Year Math Masters Degree - Math Tripos Part III

    Does anybody know some (good) one year math Master-level degrees? The only one I can find is Math Tripos Part III.
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    Good non ivy league physics/astronomy undergrad programs.

    Ok. I'm a late bloomer into science. I'm 21 almost 22. I am about out of the military. During my high school years I didn't push myself. I stayed around a 2.8 to 3.2 GPA and top 40% of my class not high. I've changed since then and always test extremely high. I was selected for AP classes but...
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    Schools Universities with PHD programs in Quantum Information Theory

    I will finish my Master studies in theoretical physics next year, and I want to do a PHD in Quantum Information (my main interest). I want to apply to universities in the UK and Germany (right now I restrict myself to these two countries). What are the universities you know of, that have Quantum...
  26. T

    Programs Physics PhD programs WITHOUT formal coursework

    Hi all, I'm wondering if there are any PhD programs in the US (or abroad, for that matter) that do not have formal coursework requirements. That is, suppose someone took a standard graduate load while in undergrad and was prepared for quals right away: are there any programs that allow you to...
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    Studying Studying Abroad: English Bachelor Programs in Europe.

    Hello People, I am seeking for universities/schools some where in Europe that offers English bachelor programs in technology fields "low tuition fees are preferable", it would be great if any of these universities don't require much like higher grades or transcripts coz I only got a High School...
  28. T

    Would like some advice on graduate programs

    Hi guys, this is my first time posting on this forum. My question is about choosing a graduate program to study. I'm a double math and CS major and to be quite honest and I'm not 100% sure on what i would like in a career. What i do know is that i have 0% interest in being a professor or...
  29. C

    Programs Exploring PhD Programs: How Many Applications Does it Usually Take?

    So I just completed the graduation requirements for a degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology and will be receiving my Bachelor of Science in August. I started looking for jobs about a month ago. I sent about 150 applications, but only got 3 declines and 1 interview; didn't get the job...
  30. C

    Programs Confused about tuition and stipends for science Masters/PhD programs

    So from looking at a lot of universities' graduate programs for science Masters and PhD's (physics, engineering, materials science, chemistry, molecular biology, etc), a lot seem to offer pretty good stipends (in the $20,000 - $30,000 range) if you enter a research-based program and do research...
  31. D

    List of HEP graduate programs?

    Hi, I've been trying to find a list somewhere of some of the better HEP graduate programs in the US. I can't find anything specific to HEP though. Does anyone know where I may be able to find this information (online)? I know the some of the more prestigious schools have some of the...
  32. C

    Programs Renewable Energy Phd programs in US

    Hi everyone, What do you know about renewable energy phd programs in US? I skimmed through the internet for it, however I couldn't find many. Renewable energies are very crucial and its researches are very promising. Why there are only few universities with energy institutes or graduate...
  33. W

    Calculators Scrolling down on text programs (Ti-89)

    I just downloaded a couple programs on my 89 but when I push down its kicks me out of it. I know this is probably an easy fix but thanks in advance!
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    How to get rid of the tool bars and parasite programs?

    I had been trying to get the PDF converter. I down loaded the program, but they also pull in all the craps that really mess up my computer. I start getting the BING, and extra tool bars when I go on internet. I tried going into uninstall programs and uninstalled all the new programs. But the...
  35. jbrussell93

    Computational Neuroscience Programs in different departments?

    So I have been looking into different computational neuroscience programs lately, and I'm wondering what the difference is between departments. Some comp neurosci programs are housed in applied mathematics, computer science, engineering, or biology while others are just in the neuroscience...
  36. T

    Programs Class sizes at math phd programs?

    Where can I find class size information for math phd programs? In physics the class sizes seem to be larger (>20). However, It seems like math phd programs on average have only 15 new grad students per year. I can't find the specific information anywhere though. What would be the average class...
  37. D

    Exploring a Career in Metrology: Academic Paths & Opportunities

    After looking at the measuring instruments in the lab I'm working in, it got me thinking about how they actually work and how precise they can possibly be. I'm currently a undergrad in Physics which seems to be a relatively good place to be if I wanted to do some kind of metrology. I just have...
  38. D

    Best graduate programs for GEN IV reactor design

    Hello, I would like some recommendations on universities that have nuclear engg. graduate programs that specialize in design and analysis of GEN IV reactors. My professors have recommended the following: 1. Michigan 2. Penn State 3. MIT 4. North Carolina State Any info regarding grad...
  39. R

    Best way to test web based programs without a server?

    I need to test some web based programs, eg. PHP, MySQL, for my dads website but I can't be bothered having to ftp the server everytime I make a slight change to the settings. Is there anyway I could maybe simulate the server and the website on my laptop? I'm running Linux Mint if that's...
  40. PhizKid

    Programs Can I Get Into a PhD Program from a Low-Ranked School?

    I currently attend a community college and holding a 3.9 GPA...I realize I don't have many options in my state to transfer because the "good" schools are almost impossible to transfer into even with a 4.0 GPA and I don't know what other credentials they are looking for, and the other reason...
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    Physics Choice of Medical Physics MS Programs

    Good morning, I have a choice to make between MS programs in Medical Physics this Fall: Wayne State vs the University at Buffalo. Are there some graduates from these programs out there who might offer some perspective on one over the other? Buffalo ranks higher for science in general, but...
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    What is the core for entrance to graduate programs in physics?

    I have been searching for the requirements for entry into physics graduate programs. I am seeing GRE + physics GRE + 3 LORs Is it understood that the student has a strong background in physics or mathematics or do they really not require it? I have signed up for higher mathematics...
  43. B

    Programs What Matters in Applying to a Physics PhD Program?

    im an undergraduate and this is my first semester as a physics major. i was talking with another person in the physics program and he was mentioning that the minimum gpa to get into my current schools graduate program is a 3.9 and while it is a good school it isn't MIT or Cal tech. i was...
  44. C

    Types of physics Grad programs?

    For example there is geophysics, space physics, biophysics, medical physics. Are there any other physics grad programs besides pure physics? Just trying to look at all the options.
  45. K

    Mathematics for CS graduate programs

    Hi guys. I'm a freshman computer science major just finishing up discrete math and calculus I. I am strongly considering graduate school as an option, which I am sure is quite a bit more math-intensive than undergrad is (which obviously doesn't stress theory as much). Right now, my is to take...
  46. Z

    Question about nuclear engineering programs

    So, I'm an undergraduate student at an university without a nuclear engineering program, and a prospective graduate student. I am interested in research in nuclear engineering having to do with breeder reactors. I was wondering, when I am looking at nuclear engineering programs offered by a...
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    Ph.D. programs with discrete mathematics

    I've been having trouble finding many pure math Ph.D. programs with active research groups in the general field of discrete mathematics (perhaps due to its interdisciplinary nature). I'm only aware of the top schools in this field (e.g. Carnegie Mellon, Georgia Tech, UCSD, Rutgers); can anyone...
  48. D

    Programs Comparing PhD Programs at UC Merced, Nebraska & Kansas State

    Hello, I am deciding on which PhD program to accept, I have narrowed it down to to three choices: 1. UC Merced physics Program 2. Nebraska University at Lincoln 3. Kansas State University in Manhattan Kansas. I am leaning towards Nebraska, though I am still interested in UC Merced...
  49. I

    Schools Mid-tier US gradschools with strong math focussed theoretical physics programs

    Hey all, I'm looking to apply for gradschool in the US at the end of this year and I'm currently struggling to figure something out I was hoping someone here might be able to assist me with. I intend to apply to the top 10-15 schools, but given the cost of applications, for universities...
  50. J

    Summer Programs for High Scholars in Physics & Chemistry

    What are some good summer programs for high scholars involving physics and chemistry? I'm currently a freshman, next year will be my sophomore year and I'm enrolled to Pre-AP Chem and Pre-AP Physics. I have a strong interest in Physics and Chem; also I'm looking to get into one of the more...
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