Problem solving through constructing ad-hoc algorithms and translating them into well designed and correct programs in an object-oriented programming language (currently Python). Introduces basic programming constructs including exception handling, classes, listarrays, maps/dictionaries, text file I/O, and beginning GUI programming with event handling. Includes selection and search algorithms. Attention is given to modular program design with functions, classes and modules, data representation in the computer memory, mutability/immutability, tracing program execution and debugging, input data validation, and programming style. 3 hour lecture plus laboratory.Liberal ArtsCorequisite(s): CSC231. Prerequisite(s): grade of C or better in MAT102 or equivalent; also familiarity with programming or CSC121 or CSC122 or CSC123.Semester(s) Offered: Fall, Spring.