Computer Science 1

Abstract

This handout is for the detailed course intended for first-year engineering students in the core curriculum, to teach them the basic principles of computer architecture, Data representation and encoding, combinatorial logic and Boolean algebra, and algorithms, with an introduction to programming in the C language. The content of this handout is adapted to the preparatory class syllabus in science and technology. This handout is organized into two parts, the first of which is devoted to number systems and coding, Boolean algebra, and logic gate circuits. The second part is designed to teach students how to design a programme using advanced structured development techniques in algorithmic and C programming. Each part includes an activity. In order to ensure the smooth running of these assignments (both supervised and practical), students must attend their classes to cover all the prerequisites, which are based on basic computer science knowledge. Finally, I hope that this handout will be of additional value and provide educational assistance to teachers in charge of tutorials or practical work, as well as to students in their computer science training.