Computer Science A
Course Overview
From Code.org: Computer Science A (CSA) is a full-year, rigorous curriculum that introduces students to software engineering and object-oriented programming using the Java programming language.
This course covers a broad range of topics, including:
- Design of solutions to computational problems
- Use of data structures to organize large sets of data
- Development and implementation of algorithms to process data
- Analysis of potential solutions and their efficiency
- Ethical and social implications of computing systems
What You’ll Learn
- Object-Oriented Programming: Master the fundamentals of Java programming
- Problem Solving: Develop algorithmic thinking and computational problem-solving skills
- Data Structures: Arrays, ArrayLists, and other fundamental data structures
- Software Engineering: Best practices in code design, testing, and documentation
- Ethics in Computing: Understanding the impact of technology on society
Course Resources
- Course Syllabus
- Programming Environment: We’ll use various Java IDEs and online platforms
- Textbook: Course materials provided through Code.org platform