Program Overview
Introduction to Computing - CMPT 1011
This course introduces learners to fundamental concepts in computing science, including logic, algorithms and their properties, and control constructs of sequence, selection, and repetition. Students will learn the basics of data, including types and representation, and will learn to do some computing using simple programming languages. The elementary computing and data theories in this course can be applied to a wide range of careers and industries.
Course details
Course code
CMPT1011
Credits
3
Format and length
- Lecture: 45 hours
- Lab: 36 hours
Prerequisites
To take this course, you must be enrolled in Arts and Sciences Diploma, Machine Learning Analyst, New Media, Communications or and Technology Specialization
Delivery methods
- In person
- Hyflex
This course is delivered in a classroom setting with face-to-face instruction at regularly scheduled times.
Term and schedule
Edmonton
- Fall: Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025
- Mon, Thu: 08:00 - 09:30 am
- Class: 40356
- Section: A01
- Open Studies: No
- Winter: Jan. 5 - Apr. 22, 2026
- Tue, Fri: 08:00 - 09:30 am
- Class: 10294
- A01
- Open Studies: No
Attendance options
For each course session or class time, you can choose to attend in person, online in real-time or watch a previously recorded session.
Edmonton
- Fall: Sep. 2 - Dec. 17, 2025
- Mon, Thu: 08:00 - 09:30 am
- Class: 40358
- H01
- Open Studies: No
- Winter: Jan. 5 - Apr. 22, 2026
- Tue, Fri: 08:00 - 09:30 am
- Class: 10296
- H01
- Open Studies: No
Program availability
This course can be taken through Open Studies or through one of our many programs.
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