CS 1301: Introduction to Computing is a one-semester program worth three credit hours. We will enroll students for the fall and spring semesters this upcoming academic year.
About the course:
CS 1301 teaches students foundational computing principles, such as writing, reading, and debugging computer code. Students learn the basics of computer science in the Python programming language. This course is commonly taken by industrial engineering, business, liberal arts, and science majors. Students who score a 4 or 5 on AP Computer Science A can earn credit for this course.
Upon completion of CS 1301, students will...
- Understand the basic concepts of computer programming in a high-level language.
- Be able to use and combine control flow constructs to form useful programs.
- Understand and be familiar with a number of simple data structures.
- Understand the process and skills needed to effectively deal with problem solving in relation to writing programs.
- Be able to test and debug programs.
- Understand how to employ functions and modularity.
- Be comfortable with common software packages in use today.
- Be able to program in Python, including variables, operators, loops, conditionals, functions, error handling, and advanced data structures.
- Understand applications of programming to computer graphics and human-computer interaction.
CS 1301 is a fully online course instructed via recorded lectures, optional recitations, and discussion forums. Students take four online exams. Each exam has a four-day submission window to allow for scheduling flexibility.
Course textbook:
Georgia Tech provides students with a custom online textbook, which provides ample interaction and formulative evaluation.
Distance participation requirements:
Students need a computer with a webcam, reliable internet access, and a quiet place to work.
School participation requirements:
High schools need to complete any student participation agreements and funding applications for Georgia's Dual Enrollment program.
Distance admission recommendations:
For this dual-enrollment course, we recommend high school students who...
- Are eligible for Georgia's Dual Enrollment program.
- Are classified as a junior or senior.
- Previously completed two college-level classes (AP, IB, or dual enrollment) in math and science.
- Have experience with computer programming (classes or hobby acceptable).
Dual-enrollment student admission profile - Fall 2019:
| Criteria | Middle 50 percent |
|---|---|
| Completed college level courses | 5 - 8 courses |
| SAT EBRW plus math | 1470 - 1550 |
| ACT composite | 34 - 35 |
| GPA | 4.31 - 4.55 |
| Numeric average | 98 - 102 |
Please visit the CS 1301 course website and our Distance Computer Science page for more information. If you have any questions, please email me or call me at 404.894.4154.
