An Introduction to Computer Science and Problem Solving
An Introduction to Computer Science and Problem Solving
Introduction to Problem Solving
INTRODUCTION Today, computers are all around us. We use them for doing various tasks in a faster and more accurate manner. For example, using a computer or smartphone, we can book train tickets online. India is a big country and we have an enormous railway network. Thus, railway reservation is a complex task. Making reservation involves information about many aspects, such as details of trains (train type, types of berth and compartments in each train, their schedule, etc.), simultaneous book...
Programming Building Blocks
INTRODUCTION TO PROBLEM SOLVING An algorithm is a sequence of simple steps that can be followed to solve a problem. These steps must be organized in a logical, and clear manner. We design algorithms using three basic methods of control: sequence, selection, and repetition. 1.1 Sequential control. Sequential Control means that the steps of an algorithm are carried out in a sequential manner where each step is executed exactly once. Let’s look at the following problem: We need to obtain the t...
Computer Programming Tutorials
About theTutorial Computer programming is the act of writing computer programs, which are a sequence of instructions written using a Computer Programming Language to perform a specified task by the computer. Computer Programming is fun and easy to learn provided you adopt a proper approach. This tutorial attempts to cover the basics of computer programming using a simple and practical approach for the benefit of novice learners. Audience This tutorial has been prepared for the beginners who ...
Csc 102: Introduction to Programming
A computer is an electronic device that receives input, stores or processes the input as per user instructions and provides output in desired format. Input-Process-Output Model Computer input is called data and the output obtained after processing it, based on user’s instructions is called information.
CSC 102: Introduction to Problem-Solving
What is Computer Science? 6 • Computer Science can be summarized with two simple words: problem solving. • Computer Science is the study of problems, problem-solving, and the solutions that come out of this problem-solving process. • Given a problem, the goal is to develop an algorithm to solve the problem. • An algorithm is a step-by-step list of instructions to solve the problem.
Brief history of libraries; Library and education
Course Requirements, Grading, & ASSESSMENT: Students will earn a passing grade upon successful completion of the following 1. Weekly lectures 5 points. To earn full points for this learning activity you need to attend weekly classes 2. Weekly readings and summary of the readings 5 points. Submission deadline for this learning activity is every Monday by 06:00am 3. Weekly reflective journal entry 7 points. Submission deadline for this learning activity is every Sunday by 10:000pm 4. Weekly dis...
ACC CORRECTION OF ERRORS
What is a journal? A journal is a chronological record of the transactions of a business entity. It is a form of diary that is used to record transactions before they are posted to the related ledgers. There are two basic types of journal: special and general journals. A special journal is designed in a tabular form to record one type of transaction involving sales and purchases. Examples of special journals are sales journal, purchases journal, sales return journal and purchases return jour...
ACC 121: – Introduction to Accounting & Financial Reporting
COURSE CONTENT The course content consists basically of the treatment of accounting transactions according tothe provisions of relevant accounting standards. COURSE AIM The aim of the course is to introduce you to basic principles of accounting and to understand how financial documents are posted into accounting record in order to determine the profit orloss of an organization. It also includes practical treatment of accounting transactions conducted through the bank and how errors in account...
ACC 111: Introduction to Accounting & Financial Reporting
CATALOG DESCRIPTION: “The course is designed to enable students to learn the application of the double entry system of book keeping, as well as the underlying principles, concepts, conventions and classification of accounts as applied in different types of transactions. The course will examine students on their ability to apply their knowledge to practical tasks, their ability to record transactions by double entry systems and their appreciation of the use of modern methods in the preparati...
ACC Trial Balance
Trial Balance The trail balance can be defined as the list of all balances extracted from the ledger accounts at a given point in time drawn up to test the arithmetic accuracy of accounting entries. The debit balances are shown under the debit column and the credit balances under the credit column. As has been mentioned, the total of the debit balances should agree with the total of the credit balances if the double entry principle have been correctly applied. The failure of the totals to agr...
SOLE TRADER’S FINAL ACCOUNTS
he final accounts represent the presentation of financial information for a particular period or year to the users of financial report. The final accounts of a sole trader basically consist of statement of profit or loss and statement of financial position. Our focus in this study unit is the statement of profit or loss without end of year adjustment. The preparation of statement of profit or loss will enable the business owner to ascertain the profit or loss from the business for a particula...
GST 111: Communication in English
Teaching Philosophy. I will adopt experiential learning strategy. Experiential learningis based on the humanistic psychology, stressing that knowledge and feelings areinevitable in the learning process, learner-centred lesson, lessons and activities shouldfocus on all the students and their intellect, need and feelings, learning takes placethrough engaging, interactive and memorable activities, experience plays a key role inlearning and learning takes places when learner able to create knowle...
SOC 101: Introduction to Sociology
TEACHING PHYLOSOPHY This class adopts constructive teaching and learning method. In constructivist learning, students are active learners and are strongly encouraged to participate optimally in every class activities. I believe that students have ability to learn by getting new insight into subject matters under discussion. My role as the course instructor is to provide support, motivate and direct students on how to acquire knowledge. In order for us to have a successful and engaging learnin...
CSCA0101: COMPUTING BASICS
Earliest Computer • Originally calculations were computed by humans, whose job title was computers. • These human computers were typically engaged in the calculation of a mathematical expression. • The calculations of this period were specialized and expensive, requiring years of training in mathematics. • The first use of the word "computer" was recorded in 1613, referring to a person who carried out calculations, or computations, and the word continued to be used in that sense until...
