Foundations of Computer Science

Catalog description

Foundations of Computer Science provides a survey and overview of Computer science via its grand ideas. The concept of a computer system as a combination of hardware, software, and people is explored in detail. The computer system as a tool for personal and professional problem solving is emphasized. Foundational computer science issues along with current technology, terminology, ethical issues, application, and hands-on computer use are explored. Students select a topic of interest as a term project to augment class discussion and laboratory experiences. CSC 1010 serves as the foundation for all further CSC courses and is suitable for all students as an introduction to the fascinating world of computer science. CSC satisfies course requirements in mathematics (except for CS/IT majors).