Module: Midterm

Learning Outcomes

Translate a problem to code

To learn how to take a problem, figure out the algorithm to solve it, the write the code.

The student will:

• Be able to deconstruct problems to develop algorithms and eventually program code.

Understand Java

To learn basics of programming with a modern programming language, Java.

The student will:

• Design, develop and test Java programs using classes, methods, conditionals, loops, etc.
• Be able to develop simple data structures in object oriented form.

Understand the fundamentals of computers

Understand the fundamentals how a computer works.

The student will:

• Understand the fetch - decode - execute cycle.
• Know and be able to describe the difference between Machine Language and High-level Programming Languages.
• Know the difference between compiled and interpreted code.

Readings

Experiential Learning

Assessments

Midterm

Midterm

Outcomes assessed: SO: Apply mathematical foundations, SO: Define Computing Requirements, SO: Use Sound Development Principles, SLO: Problem Solving, SLO: Program Flow and Syntax, SLO: Relationships and Languages, SLO: Primitive Data Types, Translate a problem to code, Understand Java, Understand the fundamentals of computers