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CIS 255 –  (CS1)Programming Methods: Java (CRN: 38642) at  College of San Mateo for Spring 2025

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This course is offered online and it is recommended you complete a short self-assessment to ensure readiness before taking an online course.

CIS 255 (CS1) Programming Methods: Java

Object-oriented programming methodology for both computer science majors and computer professionals. Systematic approach to design, construction, and management of computer programs; emphasizing program documentation, testing, debugging, maintenance and software reuse. Also includes evolution of programming languages and emergence of paradigms, UML, virtual machines, exception handling, sorting and searching algorithms, recursion, inheritance, polymorphism, fundamental graphics, and computer ethics. This course conforms to the ACM CS1 standards.

Units: 4
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lecture hours/semester: 48-54
  • Lab hours/semester: 48-54
  • Homework hours/semester: 96-108
Prerequisites: Successful completion of Intermediate Algebra or equivalent, or placement by other measures as applicable and CIS 254
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E2b
Transfer Credit: CSU, UC
C-ID: COMP 122

College of San Mateo (Online Course)

Department: Computer Science

Number of Units: 4


Section
OLH - Online
Meeting Date: 01/13-05/22
Meeting Time:
Days:
Online course Room: 0000
Instructor: Jessica Masters
OLH - Online
Meeting Date: 01/13-05/22
Meeting Time:
Days:
Online course Room: 0000
Instructor: Jessica Masters
Critical Dates for this Course Date
Last day to add class January 27, 2025
Last day to drop with a refund January 27, 2025
Last day to drop without a "W" February 2, 2025
Last day to drop with a "W" April 23, 2025
Last day to change to Pass/No Pass Grading Option May 22, 2025
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