vcc.ca
COMP 0981: Computer Science 12
Effective date
September 2024
Department
College & Career Access
School
Arts and Sciences
Description
This provincial level Computer Science course is designed to teach students to analyze problems and devise algorithms or processes to solve the problems. Students will use this process to write a computer implementation of the solution and test the solution. Students will be adequately prepared for a career or program of studies where logical thought and structured design processes are required.
Credits
4.0
Year of study
Grade 12 Equivalency
Prerequisites
Foundations of Math 11 or equivalent, English 10 or equivalent; COMP 0735 recommended.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Students will meet the learning outcomes for ABE Provincial Level Computer Science as stated in the 2023-2024 ABE Articulation Handbook found at: https://www.bctransferguide.ca/transfer-options/adult-basic-education/past-abe-guides/
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
Hours
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 96
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 96
Total Hours: 96
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 96
Total Hours: 96
Instructional Strategies
Option 1: Self-paced - one-to-one individualized instruction
Option 2: Class-based - lecture and small group workshops
Option 2: Class-based - lecture and small group workshops
Grading System
Letter Grade (A-F)
Passing grade
D
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
10 |
|
|
Project |
15 |
Analysis and Design |
|
Project |
20 |
Coding |
|
Midterm Exam |
25 |
Analysis and Design |
|
Final Exam |
30 |
Coding |
Course topics
- Problem Analysis Solution Design Data Types Input and Output Statements Arithmetic Expressions Functions Control Structures (sequence, branching, iteration)
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.