Prerequisites: Algebra I or a student should be comfortable with functions and the concepts found in the uses of functional notation such as $\\mathsf { f } ( \\mathsf { x } ) = \\mathsf { x } +$ 2 and $\\mathsf { f } ( \\mathsf { x } ) = \\mathsf { g } ( \\mathsf { h } ( \\mathsf { x } ) )$ .\ \ Credits: 2 (Note: 1 of 2 credits will count toward GPA)\ \ What’s next? Computer Science III Honors\ \ This course serves as an introduction to computers and the study of managing and processing information. Students apply algebraic and logical reasoning acquired in mathematics to develop robust programming solutions. The emphasis is on solving real world problems by means of computer programming (software engineering). Students will thoroughly learn the Java programming language and apply those skills in exploring how computers work. Some topics covered include object-oriented techniques, file management, data structures, classes, objects, graphics, debugging, hardware components, and social implications. This course prepares students to take the Advanced Placement Computer Science A exam to possibly earn college credit. Successful completion of both semesters of this course will satisfy a mathematics credit in the student’s graduation plan if a 4th math credit is needed.\ \

Grades: 11 - 12\