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-# EngCompX
-Repository template for Engineering Computations learning modules
+# Engineering Computations Module X
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+_Engineering Computations_ is a collection of stackable learning modules, flexible for adoption in different situations.
+It aims to develop computational skills for students in engineering, but it can also be used by students in other science majors.
+The course uses the Python programming language and the Jupyter open-source tools for interactive computing.
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+## Copyright and License
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+(c) 2019 Author One, Author Two. 
+All content is under Creative Commons Attribution [CC-BY 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode.txt), and all [code is under BSD-3 clause](https://github.com/engineersCode/EngComp/blob/master/LICENSE). We are happy if you re-use the content in any way!
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