WEB DESIGN 1 – A431XC

Length/Credit(s): 1 semester / .5 AA credit

Grade(s): 9, 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): None

This course introduces basic concepts of Web Design and Development.. Students will explore HTML tags, CSS formatting and JS functions using a text editor. Upon completion of the course students will be able to use their knowledge of HTML, CSS and JS code to create a simple personal and/ or business website following current professional and/or industry standards. 

EXPLORING TECHNOLOGY – A4001C & A4002C

Length/Credit(s): 1 semester/.5 AA credit

Grade(s): 9, 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): None

Computer science is for everyone - no experience needed. Sign up with a friend! This course introduces you to the foundational ideas of computer science and helps you see how technology shapes our everyday lives. Learn about artificial intelligence, make web pages, write your own Python program, design and control devices, understand how data is captured and used, learn how technology influences your life experience, and investigate how technology impacts society. Along the way, you’ll create projects that reflect your unique interests, work together with classmates to tackle real-world challenges, and gain skills that are valuable in any career path. Computer Science is changing everything. Entertainment, medicine, transportation, communication, public policy, agriculture, fashion, art, energy, society, and design all rely on computer science. Be part of that change, and have fun doing it!  Again, no prior experience with technology is required—just bring your curiosity and creativity. Join us and see how computer science can empower you to make an impact in the digital age!

COMPUTER PROGRAMMING 1 – A451XC

Length/Credit(s): 1 semester/.5 AA credit

Grade(s): 9, 10, 11 and 12

Prerequisite(s): None

In this introductory programming course you will  learn about software design principles and practices, programming concepts, structured problem solving and computational thinking skills. Students will receive “hands -on” Javascript coding experience. Coding projects will include original App creation, game and animation development and physical computing (circuit playgrounds).

AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES* – A4811C & A4812C

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters / 1.0 AA credit

Grade(s): 10, 11 and 12 

Prerequisite(s): Completion of Computer Programming I OR Instructor approval.

Fee: AP Exam fee due in the Fall; fee assistance available

This programming course will introduce students to the creative aspects of programming, abstractions, algorithms, large data sets, the Internet, cybersecurity concerns, and computing impacts. AP Computer Science Principles will give students the opportunity to use technology to address real-world problems and build relevant solutions. All of these aspects of the course make up a rigorous and rich curriculum that aims to broaden participation in Computer Science, while  cultivating “informed” cyber citizens. 

Students in this course are expected to register and pay in the Fall to take the National AP Exam in May.  (*) Denotes Weighted Grade Course

COMPUTER SCIENCE DESIGN - A4851C and A4852C

Length/Credit(s): 2 semesters/1.0 AA credit

Grades 10, 11, 12

Prerequisite(s): Completion of Computer Programming I or AP Comp Sci Principles 

*Strong Math Skills preferred* 

Computer Science provides students the opportunity to use programming, computational thinking, and data analytics to create digital artifacts and documents representing design and analysis in areas including the Internet, algorithms, and the impact that these have on science, business, and society. Computer Science Design gives students the opportunity to use digital tools and techniques including abstraction, modeling, and simulation to collaborate in solving problems that connect computation to their lives.