Introduction to Computing - Java

NC State - Fall ‘25 - CSC 116-001

An introductory course in computing in Java. Emphasis on algorithm development and problem solving. Careful and methodical development of Java applications from specifications; documentation and style; appropriate use of control structures; classes and methods; data types and data abstraction; object-oriented programming and design; software testing.

Basics

Course Syllabus: click here for the syllabus
Tentative Schedule: click here for the tentative schedule
Lecture: M/W 8:30-10:20am, In-person @ LMP 200
TAs:
Office Hours:  
  • Get help during office hours using MyDigitalHand
  • Join code can be found in Moodle
  • Click here for the teaching scheduled office hours
Final Exam:   Friday, Dec 5, 8:30-11:00am @ LMP 200

Book

An Introduction to Java: A Textbook for CSC116 at NC State, by Jessica Young Schmidt, cost: $0

Other Resources

Topics

  1. Intro, Variables, and Input
  2. Conditionals, System Testing, GitHub
  3. Advanced conditionals, Strings, and Characters
  4. Methods, Unit and Integration Testing
  5. While-Loops
  6. Arrays and For-Loops
  7. Multi-dimensional Arrays and Arrays Testing
  8. Files and Command-line Arguments
  9. Objects and Arrays of Objects
  10. Private, Public, and Static Fields and Methods
  11. GUI Overview

Regrade Requests

Requests for post-lab quizzes and exams should be submitted through gradescope within 7 days of grade posting.
For all other assignments, please submit a request through this form: go.ncsu.edu/csc116-batista-regrade-request

Commitment to an inclusive learning environment: this class adheres to the philosophy that all community members should enjoy an environment free of any form of harassment, sexual misconduct or discrimination. Please be respectful and kind to one another.