Introduction to Computer Science

Overview

Subject area

CSCI

Catalog Number

127HE

Course Title

Introduction to Computer Science

Department(s)

Description

This course presents an overview of computer science (CS) with an emphasis on problem-solving and computational thinking through ‘coding’: computer programming for beginners. Other topics include: organization of hardware, software, and how information is structured on contemporary computing devices. This course is pre-requisite to several introductory core courses in the CS Major. The course is also required for the CS minor. MATH 12500 or higher is strongly recommended as a co-req for intended Majors.

Typically Offered

Offer as needed

Academic Career

Undergraduate

Liberal Arts

Yes

Requirement Designation

FSW - Flexible Core - Scientific World

Credits

Minimum Units

3

Maximum Units

3

Academic Progress Units

3

Repeat For Credit

No

Components

Name

Lecture

Hours

1.5

Name

Recitation

Hours

1.5

Requisites

014069

Course Schedule