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Introduction to Computer Science

School of Technology

About This Course

WGU Catalog 2026-03
Introduction to Computer Science introduces learners to the field of computer science and its essential concepts. In this course students will explore, among other topics, programming basics through language-agnostic pseudocode, computational thinking and problem-solving, algorithms, hardware, and social and ethical considerations in the field. This course is designed for beginners to gain a solid understanding of computer science principles and their applications and prepare students for further study in the field. There are no prerequisites for this course.

Official catalog text — WGU-authored.

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