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AP Computer Science A

ap computer science a

ap computer science a

Year: 10-12    RCHS Graduation Requirement: Elective             UC/CSU - C
Prerequisite: Successful completion of Integrated Math2 and
Computer Game Design and Programming or AP Computer Science Principles
 AP Computer Science A serves both as a college preparatory course for potential computer science majors and a foundation course for students planning to study in other majors, like engineering, physics, chemistry, and geology that requires significant involvement with computing. In AP Computer Science, students learn advanced Java (a programming language used in many private industries, and state government agencies). Students can earn college credits and may also work towards the Oracle certification exam. Students will learn the real world applications of drone technology by developing drone applications. Students will use SQL to structure and access database hosted on a remote server.  This class can also be used to meet the recommended 4th year Math Class for UC admissions