Meeting Times

• Monday 8:00 AM - 12:15 PM
• Tuesday 8:00 AM - 12:15 PM
• Wednesday 8:00 AM - 12:15 PM
• Thursday 8:00 AM - 12:15 PM
• Friday 8:00 AM - 12:15 PM

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Description

INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMING

 

This course is offered during the summer through Westport Continuing Education for advancement. Staples students seeking to enroll must obtain prior written approval from their school counselor and the science department coordinator. The school counselor and department coordinator indicate their approval via signature on the Westport Summer School Registration Form.

 

Introduction to Programming acquaints students with the fundamental tools of modern object-oriented programming, including variables, conditionals, loops, classes, objects, and lists. Students explore these constructs through graphics and animation using the Processing language (similar to Java). Programs students develop include composite drawings, basic animation techniques, mouse and keyboard interaction, and sound libraries. Emphasis is placed on the problem-solving process: breaking complex problems into manageable parts and designing algorithms to solve each component. The final assessment consists of a comprehensive capstone project and a written exam.

 

.5 credit 

Grades: 10, 11, 12 

Prerequisite: Algebra 1 or Integrated Algebra 1 and Geometry A or higher

 

Graduation Requirement Areas: Science or Open STEAM

Instructions and Application to Register:

1) Complete the High School Credit Application
2) Obtain signatures from the subject area department coordinator and your school counselor 
3) Submit the form with the signatures to Westport Continuing Education, #1040, Staples High School

No class on Friday, July 3

 

There are no refunds or credits for withdrawals from high school academic credit courses.

Additional Notes