Students will explore the history of computers, consider the impact of computers on society, and learn the fundamentals of computer programming.
Note: There is limited space in this course and registration will be closed once at capacity.
Prerequisite
Science 10
Delivered
Online Asynchronous
Credits
Science 20 or
Elective 20
Students will gain related vocabulary with an improved ability to understand and write code in several coding languages. This course is intended for beginners with no previous coding experience. However, students with previous coding experience will benefit from improved skills through their work in the course.
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Introduction to Computer Science and Programming
Introduction to Computational Thinking
Introduction to Computing Hardware & Software
Computers and Society - Social Media, Data Security and Privacy
Fundamentals of Programming in Python
Student Directed Programming Project
No Proctored Exams
Access to a computer with reliable internet
Access to ONE of the following machines/operating system options:
- A windows PC or laptop, and have the ability to install software (Thonny)
- A Mac PC or laptop, and have the ability to install software (Thonny)
- A PC or laptop running a current version of LINUX
- A Chromebook - NOTE - Linux MUST be enabled on the Chromebook
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