College Bulletin 2019-2020 
    
    May 03, 2024  
College Bulletin 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CPSC 021. Introduction to Computer Science


This course presents fundamental ideas in computer science while building skills in software development. Students implement algorithms as programs in a high-level programming language. Introducing object-oriented programming and data structures allows students to construct correct, understandable, and efficient algorithms. CPSC 031  and CPSC 035  present a deeper coverage of these topics. CPSC 021 is appropriate for all students who want to be able to write programs. It is the usual first course for computer science majors and minors. Students with Advanced Placement credit or extensive programming experience may be able to place out of this course. Students who think that they may fall into this latter category should consult with any computer science faculty member.
Natural sciences and engineering practicum.
Lab work required, programming intensive.
1 credit.
Eligible for DGHU
Spring 2020. Knerr, Meeden, Normoyle.
Fall 2020. Staff.
Spring 2021. Staff
Fall 2021. Staff
Spring 2022. Staff
Catalog chapter: Computer Science  
Department website: https://www.swarthmore.edu/computer-science


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