Introduction to Computer Science

Education facts

Code: DVGA14

The course covers: - Basic concepts and subject areas in the field of computer science - The history of the computer and the structure and function of modern computer systems - Numerical systems and data representation in computers - Introduction to the operating systems with a focus on using shell programs - Introduction to revision control systems and their use - Introduction to the tool Make for automatisation of compilation and links - Computer use in society - A study visit to, or a visit by a guest lecturer from, a local IT business - Report writing Instruction is in the form of lectures, exercises, and laboratory sessions.

Entry requirements

General entry requirements plus upper secondary level Mathematics D or upper secondary level Mathematics 3c, or equivalent

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Introduction to Computer Science

  Karlstad University

  Karlstad

  Start date: 31 August 2026

  End date: 8 November 2026

  Pace of study: 50 %