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Course Description
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Course Name
Introduction to Programming
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Host University
The American College of Greece
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Location
Athens, Greece
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Area of Study
Computer Science
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Prerequisites
ITC 1070 LE Information Technology Fundamentals
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Course Level Recommendations
Lower
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US Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits3
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units4
Hours & Credits
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Overview
DESCRIPTION:
Problem solving; problem analysis; top-down design of algorithms; implementation; testing and debugging techniques; documentation. Structured programming language constructs: data types, variables, constants, parameters, input and output, selection, iteration, file handling, classes and methods, arrays, elementary sorting and searching algorithms.RATIONALE:
The course introduces students to computer programming concepts with an emphasis on the design and implementation of well-documented, structured and logically correct programs. The course is suitable for students with no or little programming experience who aim for a career in Information Technology, as well as for those students who wish to understand the fundamental principles of computing.LEARNING OUTCOMES:
As a result of taking this course, the student should be able to:
1. Demonstrate understanding of fundamental programming concepts and solve basic problems using fundamental programming constructs.
2. Create an algorithmic solution to a programming problem using pseudo-code.
3. Demonstrate understanding of how to trace source code and correctly predict the results.
4. Make use of basic data structures and search/sort algorithms to design, implement, test, and debug programs.
5. Develop well documented, structured and maintainable programs.METHOD OF TEACHING AND LEARNING:
In congruence with the teaching and learning strategy of the college, the following tools are used:
• Lectures and class discussions.
• Laboratory sessions, involving training and practice in program design and development.
• Homework programming assignments.
• Office hours held by the instructor to provide further assistance to students.
• Use of the Blackboard site to further support communication, by posting lecture notes, assignment instruction, timely announcements, formative quizzes and online submission of assignments.