Course description
AP Computer Science A: Java Programming Loops and Data Structures
In this computer science course, you will learn the basics of programming in the Java language, and cover topics relevant to the AP Computer Science A course and exam.
This course will cover repetition statements (for, while, do-while and for-each), the array data structure, methods and recursion.
This course is for anyone interested in taking a first-level computer-programming course, particularly those who attend a school that does not provide a similar class.
No previous programming knowledge is needed, although it is recommended that learners be comfortable with the topics addressed in AP Computer Science A: Java Programming
We are looking forward to helping you explore this exciting new world!
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Prerequisites:
Students should have completed Computer Science A: Java Programming from Purdue University
Outcome / Qualification etc.
What you'll learn
- Loops
- Nested loops
- Arrays and indexing
- Two-dimensional arrays
- Array indexing and loops
- Recursion
- Call stack
Training Course Content
Unit Name or Timeframe: Repetition (2 weeks)
- Loops (for-loop, while-loop, do-while-loop)
- Nested loops
- Fencepost errors
- Infinite loops
- IndexOutOfBounds exception
Unit Name or Timeframe: Data Structures (2 weeks)
- Arrays and indexing
- Memory management of data structures
- Homogeneity
- Array length property
- Looping though arrays using for and for-each loops
- Generalization
- Two-dimensional arrays
Unit Name or Timeframe: Recursion (2 weeks)
- Recursive functions and induction
- Exit conditions
- Call stack
Course delivery details
This course is offered through Purdue University, a partner institute of EdX.
5-10 hours per week
Expenses
- Verified Track -$49.95
- Audit Track - Free