AP Computer Science A

AP Computer Science A is a year-long introductory, college-level computer science course. In this course, students cultivate their understanding of coding through analyzing, writing, and testing code as they explore concepts such as modularity, variables, and control structures. College level AP Computer Science is designed to help students prepare to take the Advanced Placement AP Computer Science A Exam ™ administered by the College Board.

The Java Programming course teaches students all Java skills required on the “AP Computer Science A” exam. While it can be taken standalone with no pre-requisites, this is one of our most advanced courses, and some degree of technical comfort is recommended.

Grade Level

9 – 12

Materials

This course requires a computer with the Windows or Mac operating systems.

Course material and interactive online system can be accessed from any HTML5-compliant web browser on standard computers, laptops, or tablets with an Internet connection.

In order to complete hands-on projects, students will use a computer with one of the following operating systems:

• Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
• Mac OS version 10.7 or higher

Duration

2 Semesters

Prerequisites

None

Technology Skills

• Internet Access
• Word Processor
• Email Access