This course first introduces with the elementary concepts of computer science such as CPU, memory, I/O devices and binary number system. It then focuses on developing basic programming skills. The topics include input and output data, data types, control structures, functions/methods, arrays, procedural and object-oriented programming concepts, and program debugging and compilation. Only one of I CSI/I ECE 201 may be taken for credit. Recommended Prerequisite(s): no prerequisite; general mathematical knowledge and computer skills.