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Introduction to Computer Programming: Java and Robotics

This course is a general introduction to computer science and programming with a robotics component. The course covers the essential syntax of Java, as well as some commonly used Java packages, and it emphasizes the advantages of object-oriented programming. Students write both stand-alone programs and applets, and they get to work with the LEGO MindStorms Robotics Invention System.

Session 1 (June 24 - July 13)
Session 2 (July 16 - August 4)

Prerequisite(s): Completion of an algebra course. No prior experience in programming is assumed.

Age and grade requirements: 8th or 9th grade in Spring 2007, and between age 13 and age 15 at start of session. Students will be assigned to sections according to age and grade.

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