Computer Programming 1

1 Semester
Available to grades: 9,10,11,12
Prerequisites: None

Computer science, the discipline that makes modern technology possible, has driven innovation in today’s changing economy. To be prepared, students must engage in computer science topics and solve problems in innovative ways. In this class, students will learn the Python programming language. Python is a very useful language used in careers in the sciences, finance, engineering, and software. Topics include: input/output of data, decisions, loops, data structures, and modular programming of functions/methods. Stress is placed on writing well-structured, user-friendly programs.