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Preparatory Course in Computer Science
Vorkurs Informatik
Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:31:01
Abstract
The course provides an elementary introduction to programming with C++. Prior programming experience is not required.
Objective
Establish an understanding of basic concepts of imperative programming and how to systematically approach programming problems. Students are able to read and write simple C++ programs.
Content
This course introduces you to the basics of programming with C++. Programming means instructing a computer to execute a series of commands that ultimately solve a particular problem. The course comprises the following: - General introduction to computer science: development, goals, fundamental concepts - Interactive self-study tutorial that provides an introduction to C++ and covers the following topics: variables, data types, conditional statements and loops - Introduction to stepwise refinement as an approach to systematically solving programming problems - Two small programming projects, to practically apply the studied fundamentals
Resources
Lecture Notes
All teaching material is available online; an online development environment is used for the the programmig projects.
Learning Materials (Links)
- Main link
- Webseite zur Vorlesung
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- ungraded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| practical/laboratory course | Vorkurs Informatik |
|
1 h weekly |