Introduction To Computer Science
Computer Science Department
2025 - 2026
Instructor: Gerald Wichlacz
Classroom: A139
Telephone: School – (608)764-5431 ext. 1139
E-mail: wichlaczg@deerfield.k12.wi.us
Course Location: A139
Class Times: Block 1 - Term 1, Block 2 - Term 3
Prerequisites: none other than a desire to learn
Course Description/Overview
Computer Science encompasses the study of computers and algorithmic processes, including their principles, their hardware and software designs, their applications, networks, and their impact on society. Introduction to Computer Science will address these ideas using a variety of formats and real world examples. This course is specifically designed for "10" kinds of students - those that know binary and those that don't. In other words, this course is designed for you. No matter what career you choose, you are going to be affected by Computer Technology. Your ability to understand and utilize that technology efficiently will play a large part in determining how successful you will be. Learn some introductory programming concepts using Python, write some programs and learn some electronics and computer interfacing and programing using a Raspberry Pi. Take the mystery out of computer hardware and software. Take Introduction to Computer Science. | 
