This course introduces students to fundamental concepts of procedural programming. Topics include data types, control structures, functions, arrays, files, and the mechanics of running, testing, and debugging. The course emphasizes good software engineering principles and developing fundamental programming skills using a high level language utilizing programming and practical hands-on problem solving techniques. This course is the first course in programming that is compliant with the standards of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM). Field trips may be required. Recommended Prep: CS V09. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

The primary focus is on the development of Chicana/o/x and Latina/o/x communities in the U.S. This course investigates the effects of the Latina/o/x communities as well as the affects on the Chicana/o/x communities and most relevant contemporary issues. Special attention will be given to economic, social, political, cultural, and institutional issues that are important to the contemporary Chicana/o/x and Latina/o/x experience. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: ChStd 2.