CPS 161: An Introduction to Programming with Java

online available

In this course, students are introduced to the Java programming language. Looping, conditional logic and string manipulation are some of the basic programming concepts covered. Object-oriented concepts are covered such as objects and classes, constructors, inheritance, and polymorphism. Abstract classes and interfaces are minimally covered. CPS 261 will cover these topics in depth. Prior programming experience is recommended. Students who have no programming experience should consider taking CPS 120.

Level I Prereq: Academic Reading and Writing Levels of 6; Academic Math Level 4

Class offerings by semester

  Winter Summer Fall

Even Years
(2022, 2024, 2026)

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(2023, 2025, 2027)

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Revised: 3/30/23

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Description Hours
Credits 4
Lecture Hours 60
Clinical Hours 0
Lab Hours 0
Other Hours 0
Total Hours 60

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