Introduction to Computing
Week 1-2: Introduction to Computing
- Overview of the course and syllabus review
- Introduction to computer science as a field
- History and evolution of computers
- Binary representation and data storage
- Lab: Binary number conversion exercises
Week 3-4: Programming Fundamentals
- Introduction to a programming language (e.g., Python)
- Variables, data types, and operators
- Control structures (if statements, loops)
- Functions and modular programming
- Lab: Writing and debugging simple Python programs
Week 5-6: Algorithms and Problem Solving
- Understanding algorithms and their importance
- Algorithm design and analysis
- Problem-solving strategies and techniques
- Recursion and iteration
- Lab: Developing and analyzing algorithms for common problems
Week 7-8: Data Structures
- Introduction to data structures
- Arrays and lists
- Stacks and queues
- Introduction to trees and graphs
- Lab: Implementing basic data structures in Python
Week 9-10: Software Development
- The software development life cycle
- Version control and collaboration using Git
- Testing and debugging strategies
- Code documentation and best practices
- Lab: Collaborative software development using Git
Week 11-12: Final Projects and Presentations
- Forming small groups for final projects
- Brainstorming project ideas and proposals
- Development and testing of final projects
- Project presentations and peer evaluations
- Lab: Final project development and presentation rehearsals
Week 13: Review and Preparation for Final Exam
- Review of key course concepts and materials
- Exam study guide distribution
- Q&A session for students
- Final exam tips and strategies
- Lab: Review exercises and practice problems