CS 210 - Fundamentals of Computer Science I

5 CR

This course introduces core concepts in computer science, focusing on programming and problem-solving skills. Students learn to design and implement algorithms while exploring object-oriented programming (OOP) principles such as encapsulation, polymorphism, and inheritance. They gain hands-on experience with Java classes, 2-D and multi-dimensional arrays, interfaces, and the Java Collections Framework, including Lists, Sets, Maps, and ArrayList. The course also emphasizes unit testing.

Recommended: CS 209 or prior programming experience. See the CS2xx self Placement test on the website: https://www.bellevuecollege.edu/cs/
Prerequisite(s): MATH 142 or higher with a C- or better, or placement by assessment in MATH 151 or above, or entry code.

Course Outcomes

Write working programs that meet specifications using objects and appropriate data structures.
Write clear documentation to improve the readability and maintainability of programs, methods, and classes
Identify and create unit test cases to verify program correctness.
Apply abstract data types such as lists, sets, and maps to build efficient solutions.
Analyze and interpret the execution of programs with complex data structures, class hierarchies, and interfaces to evaluate their behavior and outcomes.
Design and implement object-oriented programs that separate interface from implementation, applying principles of encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism to create modular, reusable, and efficient solutions

GenEd Outcomes: Creative and Critical Thinking

Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning

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