Potomac High – Introduction to Computer Programming

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Introduction to Computer Programming is a course designed to prepare and provide students with the fundamental principles and concepts of programming. Students will apply mathematical and logical expression to solve a variety of computational problems; apply computational, programming and design strategies to develop and explain a performance task; manipulate objects in a digital environment using computational artifacts, and use control structures to solve general problems.. The emphasis is on solving real-world problems by means of computer programming using text-based programming languages. Topics will include object-oriented design techniques, classes, objects, data types, control statements (selection and iteration), and arrays. Emphasis will be placed on computer science skills, problem-solving, algorithm design and documentation.