This course introduces principles and practices of software development, including instruction in critical thinking, problem solving skills, and essential programming logic in structured and object-oriented design using contemporary tools.

The following are required for entry into this course:

• MTH154 or higher, or
• pass Math Placement test for MTH154

If you complete this course and do well, you will be able to:

1. Identify programming terminology and basic mechanics of programming necessary for success in programming courses;
2. Describe the structured design building blocks applied within programming solutions;
3. Illustrate structured design using an appropriation notational language (such as pseudo code and/or flow charting);
4. Design the core concepts of object-oriented design;
5. Illustrate O-O designs using the standard Unified Modeling Language using an appropriate design tool.

Possible assignments Include: (Subject to change each semester. The actual assignments are available in the Syllabus in the Blackboard course site on the first day of classes.)

Your final grade will be based on the following scale. Please note that you must also pass at least three of the four exams in order to pass the course, regardless of your scores on the other assignments.

There are four proctored exams in this course. The exams are online and must be taken at a testing center.