CSC 110 - Principles of Computer Science (3 CR.)

Provides a broad introduction to the field of computer science. Introduces design techniques, development of algorithms, and applications of computer science. Includes the idea of abstraction as a problem solving technique. Examines the functionality of computing innovations and computing systems. Discusses the potential impacts of these innovations from a social, legal, and ethical perspective. The assignments in this course require mathematical problem solving skills, algebraic modeling and functions, and use of variables. This is a UCGS transfer course. Lecture 3 hours per week.

Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) available for this course. More information at https://www.nvcc.edu/admissions/cpl.html.