Computer Science 2 A

In Semester A of this course, the student will learn the principles of responsible internet use, fundamentals of computer systems, basic troubleshooting, and the practical use of data in a computing setting. Computing system and programming instruction is presented in close alignment with national CSTA K-12 Computer Science Standards. Throughout the core instruction, the student is prompted to explain basic computing concepts, master domain-specific terminology, and describe and use patterns to make predictions. Advanced concepts are broken down into easily understandable and applicable components that enable the student to conduct a simple data analysis. Together, the course elements of Semester A provide the student with a thorough and approachable introduction to the field of computer science.