Java Programming: AP CS A Fundamentals
Master Java programming fundamentals including loops, arrays, and recursion. Ideal preparation for the AP Computer Science A exam.
Master Java programming fundamentals including loops, arrays, and recursion. Ideal preparation for the AP Computer Science A exam.
This introductory computer science course teaches Java programming fundamentals aligned with the AP Computer Science A curriculum. Students learn essential programming concepts including repetition statements, array data structures, methods, and recursion. The course emphasizes practical coding skills through hands-on exercises and focuses on building a strong foundation in Java programming. Perfect for high school students preparing for the AP exam or beginners interested in learning programming.
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What you'll learn
Master different types of loops including for, while, and do-while
Understand array data structures and their manipulation
Implement recursive functions and manage call stacks
Handle programming challenges like fencepost errors
Develop skills in memory management and data structure operations
Skills you'll gain
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There are 3 modules in this course
This comprehensive Java programming course covers fundamental concepts essential for the AP Computer Science A curriculum. The course is structured in three main units: Repetition (focusing on various loop types and common programming challenges), Data Structures (covering arrays and their applications), and Recursion (introducing recursive functions and call stack concepts). Students gain practical experience through hands-on programming exercises and learn to handle common programming challenges.
Repetition
Module 1 · 20 Hours to complete
Data Structures
Module 2 · 20 Hours to complete
Recursion
Module 3 · 20 Hours to complete
Instructors
Network Security and Protocol Design Expert
Debbie Perouli is an Associate Professor in the Department of Computer Science at Marquette University, where she specializes in network protocol design and analysis, network topology modeling, and cybersecurity of Internet routing protocols. After completing her undergraduate studies at the National Technical University of Athens in Greece, she earned her Ph.D. from Purdue University in 2013. Her research interests extend to physical-cyber systems security, and she has made significant contributions through publications on quantum annealing and BGP security evaluation. As an educator, she values the combination of research and teaching, particularly in advanced courses like Network Design and Security and Advanced Computer Security, where she incorporates current trends and real-world applications into her curriculum
Computer Science Education and Outreach Specialist
Phil Sands is a dedicated computer science educator who served as the K-12 Outreach Coordinator for Computer Science at Purdue University from 2013 to 2020. His diverse career spans software engineering and education, including 6 years as a software engineer and 7 years teaching computer programming and statistics at high schools in Washington D.C. and Michigan. After completing his undergraduate degree in Computer Engineering at the University of Michigan in 2001, he pursued teacher certification at Eastern Michigan University and later earned his Ph.D. from Michigan State University. Currently, he serves as a Professor of Instruction in Computer Science and Engineering at Michigan State University, where he continues his commitment to computer science education and outreach.
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