Introduction to Programming Concepts (P010)

An introduction to basic programming concepts, but not a comprehensive programming or scripting course. Although, students will learn to write basic scripts (loops, statements, variables and functions) utilizing JavaScript, the major focus of the class will be on the syntax and logic of programming. Good programming habits, program development, program flow, design and debugging techniques will be covered. The principles learned from this course can be applied to any programming language whether it be a compiled language like C or an interpreted language like JavaScript. Examples will be given throughout the lessons in JavaScript.

Outline

Week 1

Introductory programming terminology
Creating a program plan: processes, decisions, and program flow
Flow charting a program
Programming logic
Programming elements
Syntax
Objects

Week 2

Faith Code
Syntax (in depth)
Operators and how they work
Variables

Week 3

Conditional Statements: 'if' and comparison operators
Compound Statements: loops, 'while', and 'for'

Week 4

Functions
Nesting Conditionals: 'else if' and 'switch'

Week 5

Logical Operators: Boolean values
Data Arrays

Week 6

Debugging
Program Development in General
Enhancements to Functions: 'return' and function with multiple parameters
Multi-dimensional Arrays
Will have the ability to gather user input, process that input and display results

Prerequisites

Basic HTML knowledge is advised and prior JavaScript knowledge or experience would be helpful.

Requirements

Text Editor software: Notepad or Wordpad for Windows and BBEdit for Macintosh.
Students must also have webspace available to post assignments, and the ability to post their homework in that webspace.

Books:
Suggested Book:	JavaScript, The Definitive Guide
Additional information:
Your place in the course is confirmed by your payment. Introductory courses are intended for students with no experience in the subject matter and are seeking beginner level training. Refund Policy: Please read our Terms and Refund Policy before registering for this course. Additional Cost: Book and software might be required for the course. Read the Requirements and Book section for more information. Course fee does not include the book and software cost . How eClasses Work:Instructors post lectures (text-based, no video or audio), reading selections, and hands-on assignments once a week in the online classroom. Students can discuss the assignments with the instructor and amongst themselves in the classroom area. This format has no set meeting time, which allows students to attend class at a time most convenient to them, yet still provides logically organized communication between class participants. Students can apply for the completion certificate after finishing the class.

Price:

$180.00

Item No.:

P010

Instructor:

Open Position

CEUs:

Duration:

6 weeks

Open Courses: No other sessions are scheduled for this course. You can add to your wish list and you will be notified when other sessions are scheduled.

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Before you register for this class, please read the Outline, Prerequisites, Requirements, Books, and Refund Policy sections carefully.

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"Ben was very prompt in answering questions, evaluating and posting assignments and very helpful in explaining things in a way that is easy to understand. I thoroughly enjoyed the class and have been able to apply it in my everday work....and it works! " - Claudia Ellis
"I've waited many years to take this fundamental programming course. Ben made difficult concepts easy to understand and apply. Strongly recommend this course and Ben as the instructor." - William Valvo
"I could not have asked for a better introduction to programming. Ben was absolutely nothing less than masterful in his concise presentation of these concepts. Since this class, I've been able to engage myself more fully in several areas! I've been able to add complexity to MS Access Database projects, to FLASH movies, and to a bit of Java-Scripting -- all from a beginner's class! This class was one of the best I have taken here." - Joshua Rowe
"The instructor was very helpful, and didn't mind how simple my questions were about the assignment. I got a lot out of this class." - Benny Brinkman
"Ben was very helpful and patient while teaching us the basics of programming. He took the scariness out of it and just helped us understand! Questions were encouraged and answered in depth. He's a great instructor." - Kara O'Day
"Excellent course. Materials were presented clearly and organized. Help was available promptly and clearly. I am not a programmer and this course took me through step by step in a clear progression. I learned everything that I need, plus! I look forward to taking more classes with this instructor." - Sharon Wood
"I really loved the class, the programming haze/fog that has been clouding my mind is beginning to dissipate as I now understand much better the art of programming. Thanks Ben, your course helped me out, I am continuing with more eclass courses to better sharpen my web programming skills." - Samuel Eger
"I would have liked for this to have been a longer class- maybe 8 weeks - as with many classes, the most complex concepts were added at the end and having another two weeks to nail down those concepts would have been very helpful. However, I took the Intro to PHP class immediately afterwards and felt very prepared due to having taken this class." - karen gehrman
"Ben really breaks it down so you can grasp the details and concepts. He also has a great sense of humor on a pretty dry topic. " - Danna McCormick
"Excellent teacher who conveyed humor and consideration throughout the coursework and personal responses. I will search out further course taught by Ben Rodgers." - Lydia Mann