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FALL CLASSES START SEPTEMBER 2 — Registration & drop/add available through September 15
L – Information Technology
Wilmington (Arsht Hall) | September 2, 2025-December 2, 2025
Tuesday: 2:30 PM-3:45 PM
This course is tailored for students who are curious about how computer programs work but want a conceptual understanding, rather than learning to write code. The course goal is to gain a high-level understanding of the core ideas behind software creation and execution—such as what programming languages are, how computers interpret instructions, and what math techniques and structures are commonly used in coding. The focus is on clarity and accessibility, using everyday analogies and exercises to make complex topics understandable. Computers (other than our own brains) are not used.
This offering meets for a total of 13 session(s).
INSTRUCTOR: Andrea Westerinen
WESTERINEN, ANDREA — B.S., physics and mathematics, Marquette University; M.S., computer science, Nova Southeastern University. Software engineer and systems architect, with 40+ years’ experience. Specialization in natural language processing and knowledge engineering. (L204, L253, L255, L303)
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at the University of Delaware
OLLI is an academic cooperative for adults 50 and over to enjoy classes, teach, exchange ideas and socialize together, with no exams or educational requirements for participation. OLLI welcomes you.
Kent/Sussex | Wilmington