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through studying the attributes of successful beginning programming course with an emphasis
entrepreneurs to learn how to turn an opportunity on understanding the science of Computer Science.
into a viable business. Students will engage in Topics studied include the history of computers,
networking opportunities and receive mentorship number system conversions and how the Internet
guidance. This course is offered through Kent State works. Students will program using the Visual Basic
University’s Marketing and Entrepreneurship language on Windows-based computers.
department. Students meeting the college Programming will involve problem solving, control
requirements and successfully completing this structures, data structures and logical design.
course will earn both college and high school Computer and programming terminology along
credit. with industry programming practices will be
emphasized. This course is a recommended
Recommended prerequisite: Integrated Computer prerequisite for AP Computer Science A.
Applications
AP COMPUTER SCIENCE PRINCIPLES
INTEGRATED COMPUTER APPLICATIONS
(Full year, 1 AP credit, Grades 10-12)
(1 semester, ½ credit, Grades 9-12) Prerequisite: Algebra II Previously or Concurrently
Prerequisite: None
This course meets the ½ credit computer
This course meets the ½ credit computer
requirement
requirement
This course meets the State of Ohio Financial This course will follow the AP Computer Science
Literacy requirement. Principles curriculum as defined by the College
Board. AP Computer Science Principles is a unique
The design of Integrated Computer Applications
will emphasize utilizing application programs for course that introduces students to the central
ideas of computer science through a very broad
maximum efficiency. Students will explore the
curriculum. This course accentuates the concepts
Windows operating system and develop a working
knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and computational thinking practices central to the
discipline of computer science. It is a rigorous
publication and presentation software. The Google
course that promotes deep learning of
Apps for Education environment will also be
utilized to design and build an e-portfolio web site. computational content, developing analysis and
collaboration skills while encouraging students to
In addition this course will cover every day financial
think creatively. Students will consider the vital
decisions including banking, credit cards, insurance,
investing and general economic concepts. This impact advances in computing have on people and
society. Students will investigate 7 big ideas, a
course meets the ½ credit Computer Science
requirement as well as the Ohio Financial Literacy portion of which is coding, which provide a
pathway for becoming a well-educated and
requirement.
informed citizen who understands how computer
science impacts people and society.
COMPUTER SCIENCE 1
Fees: The fee for this required exam is $95
(1 semester, ½ credit, Grades 9-12)
Prerequisite: Algebra I
This course meets the ½ credit computer AP COMPUTER SCIENCE A
requirement (Full year, 1 AP credit, Grades 10-12)
Prerequisite: Computer Science 1 and Algebra II
This course is a must for students interested in how
computers work! This course is very helpful for This course meets the ½ credit computer
requirement
students majoring in Computer Science or
Engineering in college. Computer Science I is a
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