Computer Science 121 - Intro Problem Solving W/Comp

An introductory course in problem solving, using the programming language Java. Focuses on the fundamental concepts of problem solving and on computer implementation. Intended for computer science majors or those applying for the major. Satisfactory completion is a prerequisite for all higher-level computer science courses. Use of a laptop computer required. Prerequisite: high school algebra and basic math skills (R1). (Gen.Ed. R2)

Open to undergraduate students. COMPSCI 121 pre-req INTENDED FOR COMPSCI MAJORS OR THOSE APPLYING TO THE MAJOR. NON-MAJORS SHOULD TAKE COMPSCI 119 OR COMPSCI 190F. ATTENDANCE IN LECT AND LAB IS MANDATORY. ICLICKER IS REQUIRED. FOR QUESTIONS ABOUT 121 COURSE ADMINISTRATION, CONTACT CS121admin@cs.umass.edu. STUDENTS NEEDING SPECIAL PERMISSION MUST REQUEST OVERRIDES VIA THE ON-LINE FORM: https://www.cics.umass.edu/overrides.