Every day, computers and algorithms touch the lives of everyone around us in both mundane and profound ways. These algorithms are in the plants and distribution systems that bring you clean water and electricity, sensors that moderate the flow of traffic, in the tractors and combines that sow and harvest our food, and in the satellites that measure and predict the weather trends. If you are curious about what computers can do and how we instruct them to do those things, this course is for you.No prior programming experience is needed for this course. In addition to exposure to programming, you will gain a powerful set of thinking and problem-solving skills that you can use in your daily life. Start taking advantage of the power of computers around us to make our world a better place.
Prerequisites: College Algebra is strongly suggested.
No prior programming experience is needed.
This course is offered by Arizona State University. The ASU Syllabus Library may offer examples of past and present syllabi for this course.
ASU Gold designation: QTRS
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What is HS4CC Academy?
Homeschooling for College Credit is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access to affordable college education for homeschool students. Through our HS4CC Academy division, families can purchase courses with accredited colleges, universities, and educational providers at significantly reduced tuition rates.
How are these courses delivered?
All courses are delivered online in an asynchronous format. Students never need to be in class at a specific time and can complete their coursework on a flexible schedule that fits their homeschool and family commitments. Enrollment Guide
Who can enroll?
HS4CC Academy serves students in grades 9-12 who are between the ages of 13 and 20. Enrollment Guide
Can I still buy ASU courses the "old" way, paying $25 up front and $400 at the end?
Yes! You have both pricing options available to you. Courses purchased in this site will be at the new discounted rate. To buy courses for full price the old way, go through your student's ASU Learner Dashboard.
What is your refund & swap policy?
HS4CC Academy Annual Enrollment Fee ($199) benefits begin immediately and last for 1 year. Annual enrollment fee is nonrefundable.
ASU Session-based courses: Cancel before the course begins for a full course refund. After the course starts, you have 14 days to swap into another eligible course.
ASU On-demand courses: These begin immediately and are not cash-refundable, but you still receive our 14-Day Course Swap Guarantee.
Google Certificates: Google Certificates are provided through a limited scholarship program and have no cash value.
Peterson's Test Prep subscription purchases are nonrefundable.
Your first 3 refunds or course swaps are complimentary. Additional refunds or swaps after 3 carry a 10% processing fee per course.
2.5% payment-processing fee is nonrefundable.
If you have billing questions, please contact Jennifer Cook-DeRosa at cookderosa@hs4cc.org.
The HS4CC Academy Enrollment Guide
The HS4CC Enrollment Guide provides clear, simple information about each program, policies, and procedures. Enrollment Guide
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