INTRO TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I (CS1040)

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Introduces the field of computer science and the fundamental concepts of programming from an object-oriented perspective using the programming language Java. Starts with practical problem-solving and leads to the study and analysis of simple algorithms, data types, control structures, and use of simple data structures such as arrays and strings.

Code: 
CS1040
Name: 
INTRO TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I
Discipline: 
CS (Computer Science)
Type: 
CCD
Level: 
Undergraduate
Credits: 
4
Can be taken twice for credit?: 
No
Pre-requisites: 
None
Co-requisites: 
None

Learning Outcomes

  1. Students will demonstrate knowledge of the theory, practices, and tools for the specification, design, implementation, and evaluation of digital systems. Measurable outcomes include the ability to read a program, understand the concept of syntax and semantics of a programming language, understand simple object oriented design (class + client structure).
  2. Students will be able to apply the above knowledge to solve practical problems demonstrating understanding of simple trade-offs involved in system implementation. Measurable outcomes include the ability to use control structures (conditions and loops) and structured data types (e.g. newly defined classes, string, random) to build clear and efficient solutions to simple problems.
  3. Students will be able to communicate efficiently and with the appropriate vocabulary about simple technical problems and their solutions.
  4. Students will be able to interpret, report, and synthesize data and present it in various formats visually. (CCD LO3)
  5. Students will be able to formulate appropriate problems in a way that allows a computer to help solve them; students will have familiarity with automating these solutions through the implementation of algorithms, code or programs. (CCD LO4)

Offering(s)

Term Code Name
Fall 2024 CS1040 INTRO TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I
Spring 2025 CS1040 INTRO TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING I

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