Introduction to programming methods, software engineering, and object-oriented programming. Topics covered include the Java programming language, top-down design and object-oriented programming, the software development process, module documentation including preconditions and post-conditions, debugging, and testing programs. Data types covered include primitive data types, arrays, strings, and objects. Programming techniques include classes and methods, searching and sorting an array, and an introduction to file processing. Note:
(1) Majors in Information Science & Technology should begin with C+IN SC 1073 (C081) regardless of programming background. (2) Duplicate Course: No credit for students who have previously taken C+IN SC 1068 (0067). Also, you cannot get credit if you take these two courses at the same time. (3) For Information Science and Technology Majors. (4) This course can be used to satisfy the university Core Quantitative Reasoning B (QB) requirement. Although it may be usable towards graduation as a major requirement or university elective, it cannot be used to satisfy any of the university GenEd requirements. See your advisor for further information.