INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING

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This course is an introduction to computer programming and the program language, Visual Basic (VB). The first half of the course covers VB for applications using Excel and the fundamental programming structures of control statements, loops, operators, and functions. The second half of the course explores programming applications that use other VB compiler options such as: problem analysis concepts, algorithms, flowcharts, and structured pro gramming. Competencies in critical thinking, technology, quantitative reasoning and design will be developed that are required for professionals who use this technology.