Get a hands-on introduction to JavaScript, a key programming language for web development, as you explore basic coding concepts like variables, loops and functions.
If you’re looking to prepare for the high-tech jobs of the future, JavaScript is a great place to start. This popular programming language is the backbone of web development. Learning JavaScript gives you the power to create and control dynamic website content.
Students in this course will get a hands-on introduction to JavaScript through group problem-solving projects and daily individual coding practice. They will learn JavaScript syntax and use the developer tools of Mozilla Firefox to explore basic coding concepts such as variables, user input, loops and functions. The class is suitable for students with little or no coding experience. They will gain a base of knowledge to build on as they move ahead in their programming studies.
What You Will Learn
Students in Adult: Programming Using JavaScript will:
- Get an introduction to the JavaScript programming language as you explore basic coding concepts
- Discover how to navigate to and use Mozilla Firefox development tools
- Learn basics and syntax of JavaScript
- Learn about initialization, case-sensitivity and reserved words
- Gain familiarity with basic programming concepts such as variables, user input, loops, functions and exit conditions
- Complete a daily programming assignment
- Get an introduction to arrays
- Take part in a group problem-solving project
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Note: Upon successful enrollment of a section, students will receive a confirmation email from our Student Services team. This email will include a link to an authorization form that is required to be completed within 72-hours of enrollment.
Course Number: CSE-90178
Credit: 1.50 unit(s)
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7/31/2023 - 8/4/2023
$175
Live Online
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CLASS TYPE:
Synchronous web-based class meetings that are scheduled to meet online at published times (time/date).
Allen, Jeffrey
Born and raised in San Diego, Jeff Allen has maintained a deep interest in computers and technology since childhood. He started programming with languages like Fortran and Java before progressing to networking, robotics and web-based interests. Jeff holds a master’s degree in education with a California teaching credential in computer science. He taught A+ Computer Repair at Abraxas High School in Poway and Networking Fundamentals at Remington College, and he was the robotics advisor at Northview High School in Covina before coming to Poway Unified School District. He currently teaches programming, hardware and operating system courses. Jeff teaches the Space Out! and JavaScript courses for Sally Ride Science Junior Academy.
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POLICIES:
Early enrollment advised.
No UCSD parking permit required.
No visitors permitted.
Pre-enrollment required.
No refunds after: 7/24/2023.
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NOTE:
This is a live online course that does not use Canvas. Instructor will contact student 24-hours in advance of start date with Zoom information (please check email associated with STUDENT'S account - not parent's account). This course does not require any supplies. Contact srs@ucsd.edu with all questions.
| DATE | DAY | START | END | LOCATION |
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| 7/31/2023 | Mon | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | |
| 8/1/2023 | Tue | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | |
| 8/2/2023 | Wed | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | |
| 8/3/2023 | Thu | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | |
| 8/4/2023 | Fri | 9:00 a.m. | 12:00 p.m. | |
There are no sections of this course currently scheduled. Please contact the Pre-College Programs department at 858-534-0804 or precollege@ucsd.edu for information about when this course will be offered again.