Enrollment Information

Advanced Placement Computer Science A

AP Computer Science A is equivalent to a first-semester, college level course in computer science. The course introduces students to computer science with fundamental topics that include problem solving, design strategies and methodologies, organization of data (data structures), approaches to processing data (algorithms), analysis of potential solutions, and the ethical and social implications of computing. The course emphasizes both object-oriented and imperative problem solving and design using Java language and prepares students to take the College Board AP Computer Science A examination.

Course Information

Course Subject
Course Number
CTE5010A-CTE5010B
Course Duration
2 Semesters
Course Credit
1 AP Weighted Credit
Course Fee
$15.00
Prerequisite
Algebra 2 or Honors Algebra 2

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