Fundamentals of Computing

About This Course

This course is designed to introduce students to the field of computer science through an exploration of engaging and accessible topics. Through creativity and innovation, students will use critical thinking and problem solving skills to implement projects that are relevant to students’ lives. They will create a variety of computing artifacts while collaborating in teams. Students will gain a fundamental understanding of the history and operation of computers, programming, and web design. Students will also be introduced to computing careers and will examine societal and ethical issues of computing.

Course Standards

• The Scope and Sequence for this course is based on the state of South Carolina required competencies for the course as shown below:

• Unit A. Safety

• Unit B. Student Organizations

• Unit C. Technology Knowledge

• Unit D. Personal Qualities and Employability Skills

• Unit E. Professional Knowledge

• Unit F. Evolution of Computing

• Unit G. Computing Systems

• Unit H. Problem Solving and Computational Thinking

• Unit I. Fundamentals of Programming

• Unit J. Fundamentals of Web Design

• Unit K. Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues of Computing

• Unit L. Computing Careers