Title: Module Introduction
Course: COP 1510 Programming Concepts > Section: Module 1 - Introduction to Computers and Programming

Introduction

Introduction: As the title states, our first Module gives us a brief introduction to the world of computers and programming. We begin by examining the various hardware components that make up a computer system followed by an introduction to how computers store data. We finish the module be reviewing how a program works and the types of software you may find on a computer. When we finish this module, you will have the basic fundamentals you need to begin learning how to write your first computer program.

Objectives

Upon completion of this module, the student will be able to:
- Recognize why programming languages were developed and the types of problems they were meant to solve.
- Compare and contrast programming languages and choose a language for a programming task.

Readings & Resources

- Module 01 Lecture Notes
- Suggesting Readings from Supplemental Textbook