1. PRE-AP computer science 1
INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING USING
SCRATCH, PYTHON AND JAVA

2. COURSE DETAILS: PROGRAM OF STUDY:
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATH
GRADES: 9-12
1 CREDIT
PREREQUISITES:
Credit for or concurrent enrollment in Pre- AP/IB Geometry or Algebra II

3. Course Description
PreAP Computer Science I:  Pre-AP Computer Science 1 is a survey course that explores problem solving from a logical perspective. Students will learn how to dissect complex problems into manageable parts and implement solutions using a variety of tools. Students will also gain a broad knowledge of Computer Science by being introduced to a variety of concepts such as programming, gaming, cryptology, and more.

4. COURSE OBJECTIVES
Through the study of technology applications foundations, including technology- related terms, concepts, and data input strategies, students learn to:
Make informed decisions about technologies and their applications
Gain efficient acquisition of information including the identification of task requirements
Plan for using search strategies; and the use of technology to access, analyze, and evaluate the acquired information.
Use technology as a tool that supports the work of individuals and groups in solving problems
Select the technology appropriate for the task, synthesize knowledge, create a solution, and evaluate the results
Students communicate information in different formats and to diverse audiences.

5. COURSE TOPICS Transition from Scratch to Python
Getting Started with Python
If statements and decision making
Writing methods and passing parameters
Classes
Loops
Lists
Semester Exam
Computer Science Overview - Lab Orientation
Intro to Computer Science using Scratch
Scratch website -
Getting Started with Scratch
Basic Programming Constructs
Ifs, Loops, and Variables
Lists and Animation
Group Programming Project

6. COURSE TOPICS SEMESTER 2
Semester 2 Java   
Java Basics / Output (console / GUI)  ( lab a – ASCII Art )
Variables && Data Types    ( lab b - Variables )
Java Basics / Input  ( console / GUI ) ( lab c - input )
OOP/Methods/Parameters  with Graphics  ( lab 1  )
OOP/Instance Vars/ with basic math    ( lab 2 )
OOP/Constructors/ with basic math   ( lab 3 )
OOP/Strings ( lab 4 )
Basic Decisions --  ( Ifs / If else)  ( lab 5 )
More Objects – More String Info If Needed ( lab 6)
Large Semester Project and Six week projects
Semester Exam

7. CLUB AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
COMPUTER SCIENCE CLUB
FRC ROBOTICS TEAM
UIL ACADEMIC COMPUTER SCIENCE
SCIENCE FAIR TEAM