Introduction to Programming

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An introduction to programming using a high-level language such as C/C++, Java, or Python. Programming techniques such as modularization, step-wise refinement, development of algorithms, documentation, and program testing will be covered in a survey fashion as suitable for an introductory course with minimal pre-requisites. This course features a hands-on approach solving common practical programming problems CSCI 1025 1 lab credit Introduction to Engineering: Aerial Platforms Learn to design and build a high-powered rocket and high- altitude balloon payload in this hands-on course. Includes discussion of aerospace concepts, sensors and programming, and the ethics of flight. Requires travel to rocket launch event. CSCI/ART 1097 3 credits (1 lecture, 2 lab) Introduction to Digital Graphics This course will introduce students to computer technologies that apply specifically to graphic design and the production of digital art works. Use of computer software for design layout and creation of two dimensional, digital imagery will be emphasized. CSCI/GEOG 2051* 4 credits (1 lecture, 3 lab) Web Mapping This course covers the creation of both static and interactive online maps. Course topics include the basics of internet architecture, web data formats, web services, web cartography, UI/UX (user interface/user interaction) design, and publishing on the web using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Students will create shareable web maps on real-world topics using both graphical mapping platforms and JavaScript code- based APIs. No prior coding experience is necessary. CSCI/ART 2097* 3 credits (1 lecture, 2 lab) Digital Graphics II Students will build upon skills learned in ART/CSCI 1097 Introduction to Digital Graphics or an equivalent, introductory digital graphics course. Typography, multipage communications and informational design will be studied. Students will design booklets, charts, maps and diagrams demonstrating creative organization skills and artful conceptual presentation. To run concurrently with ART/CSCI 1097. Criminal Justice/Peace Officer (CJPO) The mission of the Criminal Justice & Peace Officer Program at Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College is to provide exceptional theoretical and experiential learning opportunities to our students with a focus on best practices in 21st Century Policing, procedural justice, ethics, diversity, crisis management, and embracing the tenants of community policing-building partnerships, preventing crime and fear of crime, and innovative problem solving.