Introduction to Computer Science I

Lecture, four hours; discussion, two hours; outside study, six hours. Introduction to computer science via theory, applications, and programming. Basic data types, operators and control structures. Input/output. Procedural and data abstraction. Introduction to object-oriented software development. Functions, recursion. Arrays, strings, pointers. Abstract data types, object-oriented programming. Examples and exercises from computer science theory and applications. Letter grading.

Review Summary

Clarity
8.3 / 10
Organization
8.3 / 10
Time
0-5 hrs/week
Overall
8.3 / 10

Reviews

    Quarter Taken: Fall 2023 In-Person
    Grade: A

    great professor -- clear teaching style. The class is very useful especially when doing the projects.

    Quarter Taken: Fall 2023 In-Person
    Grade: P

    Fun class, project 3 and 5 are time consuming.

    Quarter Taken: Fall 2023 In-Person
    Grade: C+

    I went into this class having already taken PIC 10A and 10B. I didn't like how the structure was that the lectures were a Q&A session and you were expected to watch the lectures on your own. I for sure could have put more effort into this class, but I think some things could have been explained a lot better. Prepare for the midterms to be at wack hours.

Course

Instructor
David A. Smallberg
Previously taught
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Grading Information

  • No group projects

  • Attendance not required

  • 2 midterms

  • Finals week final

  • 49% recommend the textbook