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Section G · College-Preparatory Elective
Introduction to Computer Science
UC A-G approved Introduction to Computer Science course delivered fully online. Introduces computational thinking, Python programming, the internet, data analysis, cybersecurity, and the societal impacts of computing. Prepares students for AP Computer Science Principles.
1 Year Online · Remote / Hybrid / In-Person Mathematics - Computer Science Grades 9, 10, 11, 12 10 credits
Section GUC A‑G Requirement
College-Preparatory Elective — 1 year required
Must be chosen from additional courses in categories A–F (beyond the minimum requirements) OR from other UC-approved college-preparatory electives, including computer science, business, statistics, and interdisciplinary STEM courses.
Why This Matters for College Admission
G electives are where students develop depth and signal academic passion. AI, cybersecurity, data science, and entrepreneurship courses are highly competitive differentiators for tech-oriented admissions profiles.
What You'll Learn
Develop computational thinking skills: decomposition, abstraction, and algorithms
Write, debug, and document code in industry-relevant programming languages
Understand data structures, sorting algorithms, and complexity analysis
Apply mathematics (discrete math, statistics, or calculus) to computing problems
Build working software projects with version control and collaborative workflows
Explore career pathways in software engineering, data science, and AI/ML
Course Structure
Semester 1, Unit 1Weeks 1–5
Foundations
- Core vocabulary and concepts
- Foundational skills
- Context-setting activities
Semester 1, Unit 2Weeks 6–12
Core Skills
- Skill-building exercises
- Primary assessments
- Collaborative projects
Semester 2, Unit 1Weeks 13–18
Advanced Concepts
- Deeper conceptual application
- Research and analysis
- Peer-review activities
Semester 2, Unit 2Weeks 19–24
Synthesis & Mastery
- Cross-unit integration
- Final capstone project
- Portfolio submission
Prerequisites & Requirements
Open to qualifying students in grades 9, 10, 11, 12; no prerequisites required
All students complete a placement conversation with our admissions team before enrollment is confirmed. Questions? Contact admissions.