CPS 141 - Computer Science I

Credits: 4
Lecture Hours: 4
Lab Hours: 0
Primarily for students in the Computer Science Curriculum. This course introduces the fundamental concepts of programming from an object-oriented perspective. Topics include simple data types, control structures, basic input/output, arrays, strings, methods, classes,and objects. Problem solving techniques, algorithm design and implementation strategies are also covered. Students will be introduced to object-oriented techniques using the programming language Java. Program and career advising will also be addressed. No prior programming experience is assumed.
Corequisite(s): MAT 184 or higher level math course Students should also have college level reading and writing skills