AP Computer Science Level A

Start Date: 2021-07-06

End Date: 2021-08-19

Start Time: 2:00 PM

End Time: 4:00 PM

Days of the Week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

  • filter_dramaClass Description
    AP Computer Science A level course offer students option for enrollment:
    This class teaches object-oriented programming using the Java language and is meant to be the equivalent of a first semester, college-level course in computer science. It will emphasize problem solving and algorithm development, and use hands-on experiences and examples so that students can apply programming tools and solve complex problems. This course will prepare students for the AP CS A Exam.
    REGISTRATION: Choose from 1 of the following OPTIONS:
    1. Take this course for the purpose of learning. Does not include credit or certificate. Price $1,600
    2. Take this course and receive a WASC accredited certificate for a graded elective course that is accepted by colleges along with your high school transcripts. Price $1,800
    3. If you wish to have the course added to your school transcript: If your school is listed below, go to this link for instructions: https://www.pvnet.com/accredited-classes Price $2,200. The following schools/districts accept transcripted elective course credit through SoCal ROC if you obtain prior approval from your school counselor.
    • El Segundo School District
    • Inglewood School District
    • Manhattan Beach School District
    • Palos Verdes Peninsula School District
    • Redondo Beach School District
    • Torrance School District

    This class is open to: ======================== 8th - 12th grade students
    Selections and registrations are final and no changes made be made after registering.
    REMOTE OR IN PERSON - CDC GUIDE LINES ======================================= This course is planned to be held in person. We follow CDC guidelines which change from time to time.
    ABOUT THIS COURSE ================== AP Computer Science A level course UNITS: 10 Language: JAVA Scheduled hours: 60 hrs.
    SCHEDULE ========== Start Date: July 6, 2021 Class end date: August 24, 2021 - may be extended Meetings days: Monday - Thursday Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Lab schedule: days to TBD after start of course to best suit student schedules Length: 7 weeks. No holidays planned
    BENEFITS =========
    • Small in person, remote class size = more attention
    • Enhanced experience
    • Opportunities for professional development
    • Greatly improved chance of enjoying CS
    • Reduced risk of dropping CS in the future
    • Students may improve their GPA by taking this class prior to taking it at their school or in college.
    • Excellent for improving job opportunities

    Absolutely NO REFUNDS OR EXCHANGES, By registering for the class, you agree to PVNet's terms and policies.
  • placeAdditional Information
    Book: Students are required to purchase the following book for this course. This book is available from many sources, one possible sources is shown below. We recommend obtaining a used book. Starting Out with Java: From Control Structures through Objects (6th Edition) / Tony Gaddis Biblio.com US ISBN 9780133957051 (a limited no. of used copies available at PVNet for $150)
    Students completing this course are invited to take our APCS A Bootcamp in 2022 to prepare for the College Board exam.
  • whatshotPrerequisites
    We recommend students have some coding experience. Tutoring is available at PVNet.
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