1. 40S / advanced placement TEACHER: MS. LETHBRIDGE
Computer Science
40S / advanced placement
TEACHER: MS. LETHBRIDGE

2. Course
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3. Course Description
The focus of this course will be on programming techniques in Java and the basics of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP). Topics will include algorithm development and design, recursion, data structures and collections, efficiency considerations, testing strategies, and more.

4. 30S vs 40S - what to expect?
Instruction/content modelled after 1st year Comp Sci courses
Compiler – BlueJ – has terminal window (not visual like Greenfoot)
Emphasis on logic and Math
Frequent assessments to provide feedback (MC, free response)
Most assessments written without use of previous projects/code
Several assessments will be hand written.
Excellent preparation for University Computer Science!

5. 40S or 42AP – What’s the same? One credit
40S/42S credit with the option of writing the Comp Sci AP Exam.
Final mark based upon projects, tests and an in-class final exam
Much of the course content is the same

6. 40S or 42AP – What’s the difference?
Marks in course based on tests, assignments, and final in-class exam
Assessments expect less rigour, some will use a computer
If you receive 75% or higher, you can use it as a prerequisite for Comp Sci 1020 (can skip Comp Sci 1010) at the U of M
42AP
Marks in course based on tests (including a large cumulative test) and assignments
Assessments are more difficult (depth of understanding) - more questions, no computer
If you receive a 4 or 5 on the AP exam, you will receive university credit for both COMP 1010 and 1020 at the U of M (Free courses!)

7. Please Bring to Each Class:
Headphones
Binder to collect handouts
Pen, paper
USB

8. College Board AP exam Date of exam: Tuesday, May 15th
Written at Fort Richmond Collegiate
3 hours in length
Multiple choice and free response questions – NO CODING with a computer