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Catalog Data |
This is an introductory course about important topics
in computer science. Topics include problem solving,
computer hardware and software, computer organization,
systems, languages, software engineering, algorithms
and the design of algorithms.
One semester, three credits.
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| Textbook |
Computer Science, an Overview,
8th edition, J. Brookshear, Addison Wesley, 2005
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| Prerequisites |
You must have fundamental skills in problem solving
and elementary mathematics.
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| Goals |
You will learn some basic ideas in the field of computer
science.
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Syllabus |
| Topic |
Chapter |
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Introduction to computer science
| 0
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Data storage
| 1
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Data manipulation
| 2
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Operating systems
| 3
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Networks and the Internet
| 4
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Algorithms
| 5
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Programming languages
| 6
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Software engineering
| 7
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Data abstractions
| 8
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Database systems
| 9
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| Final Exam |
The final exam is comprehensive.
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| Attendance |
You must attend class regularly.
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