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ENTD150 - Beginning Programming

Course Details

Course Code: ENTD150 Course ID: 5531 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Undergraduate

This course introduces beginners to computer programming through Python®, one of today’s most popular programming languages. Students learn essential programming concepts, including variables, data types, functions, control structures, loops, and data structures. With an emphasis on basic programming concepts and programming fundamentals, the class teaches how to write code, solve problems with logic, and design step-by-step algorithms. No prior experience is required—this learning experience is ideal for students exploring computer science or preparing to study different programming languages such as C or Java. By focusing on structured problem-solving and clear instructions, the course equips future programmers with the skills to begin their programming journey and build lasting knowledge in programming.

Course Schedule

Registration Dates Course Dates Start Month Session Weeks
Registration02/23/2026 - 07/31/2026 Course Dates08/03/2026 - 09/27/2026 Start Month August SessionSummer 2026 Session I Weeks8 Week session
Registration03/30/2026 - 09/04/2026 Course Dates09/07/2026 - 11/01/2026 Start Month September SessionSummer 2026 Session D Weeks8 Week session
Registration04/27/2026 - 10/02/2026 Course Dates10/05/2026 - 11/28/2026 Start Month October SessionFall 2026 Session B Weeks8 Week session
Registration05/25/2026 - 10/30/2026 Course Dates11/02/2026 - 12/27/2026 Start Month November SessionFall 2026 Session I Weeks8 Week session
Registration06/29/2026 - 12/04/2026 Course Dates12/07/2026 - 01/31/2027 Start Month December SessionFall 2026 Session D Weeks8 Week session
Registration07/27/2026 - 01/01/2027 Course Dates01/04/2027 - 02/28/2027 Start Month January SessionWinter 2027 Session B Weeks8 Week session

Previous Syllabi

Not current for future courses.