Barron's AP Computer Science A with CD-ROM (Barron's AP Computer Science (W/CD))
ISBN: 0764197045 Binding: Paperback Edition: 5 Author(s): Roselyn Teukolsky M.S. Publisher: Barron's Educational Series Number of Pages: 504
This best-selling review manual has been thoroughly updated to reflect the College Boards elimination of the Level AB course and the updated Level A syllabus The new edition presents three full-length AP practice exams for the Level A course The first exam is a diagnostic test and contains charts detailing the topics for each question All three model tests have questions answered and explained Test takers will also find an extensive subject review including new sections on static variables the List interface IntegerMAX_VALUE and IntegerMIN_VALUE A section on two-dimensional arrays is included for the Level A exam The enclosed CD-ROM contains two additional full-length model AP exams for Level A These tests are presented with answers explanations automatic scoring for the multiple-choice questions and a scoring chart
ISBN: 0764137093 Binding: Paperback Edition: 4 Author(s): Roselyn Teukolsky Publisher: Barron's Educational Series Number of Pages: 736
The new fourth edition of Barrons Advanced Placement Computer Science test preparation manual has been updated with a new case study This new GridWorld Case Study will be tested on the AP exam starting in May 2008 The manual presents four full-length AP practice exams two each for Levels A and AB Two of these exams are presented as diagnostic tests with charts detailing the topics for each question All four model tests have questions answered and explained Prospective test takers will also find an extensive subject review starting with a review of Java 50 and going on to cover all topics questioned in both the Level A and Level AB exams There are new sections on storage of numbers and random numbers
ISBN: 0763776467 Binding: Paperback Edition: 4 Author(s): Nell Dale, John Lewis Publisher: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc. Number of Pages: 646
Revised and updated with the latest information in the field the Fourth Edition of Computer Science Illuminated continues to engage and enlighten students on the fundamental concepts and diverse capabilities of computing Written by two of today s most respected computer science educators Nell Dale and John Lewis the text provides a broad overview of the many aspects of the discipline from a generic view point Separate program language chapters are available as bundle items for those instructors who would like to explore a particular programming language with their students The many layers of computing are thoroughly explained beginning with the information layer working through the hardware programming operating systems application and communication layers and ending with a discussion on the limitations of computing Perfect for introductory computing and computer science courses the fourth edition's thorough presentation of computing systems provides computer science majors with a solid foundation for further study and offers non-majors a comprehensive and complete introduction to computing
ISBN: 0321524039 Binding: Paperback Edition: 10 Author(s): J. Glenn Brookshear Publisher: Addison Wesley Number of Pages: 688
Students and instructors alike continue to praise the broad coverage and clear exposition that Computer Science: An Overview uses to present a complete picture of the dynamic computer science field Accessible to students from all backgrounds Glenn Brookshear uses a language-independent context to encourage the development of a practical realistic understanding of the field The Tenth Edition employs several world-renowned experts in respective fields to ensure that coverage reflects cutting-edge technology and appeals to today's students Timely topics such as bioinformatics and artificial intelligence engage students and the text provides coverage of foundational hardware topics like data representation and storage machine architecture and machine language
ISBN: 1852338024 Binding: Paperback Edition: 2nd Author(s): Justin Zobel Publisher: Springer Number of Pages: 280
The elements of good writing are an essential part of success in science With comprehensive practical help for students and experienced researchers Writing for Computer Science:- Gives extensive guidance for writing style and editing;- Presents sound practice for graphs figures and tables;- Guides the presentation of mathematics algorithms and experiments;- Shows how to assemble research materials into a technical paper; - Offers guidelines and advice on spoken presentations This second edition contains detailed new material on research methods the how-to of being a scientist including:- Development of ideas into research programs; -Design and evaluation of experiments;- How to search for read evaluate and referee other research;- Research ethics and the qualities that separate good and bad science Writing for Computer Science is not only an introduction to the doing and describing of research but is a handy reference for working scientists in computing and mathematical sciences
Schaum's Outline of Principles of Computer Science (Schaum's Outline Series)
ISBN: 0071460519 Binding: Paperback Edition: 1 Author(s): Carl Reynolds, Paul Tymann Publisher: McGraw-Hill Number of Pages: 221
Learn the essentials of computer science Schaums Outline of Principles of Computer Science provides a concise overview of the theoretical foundation of computer science It also includes focused review of object-oriented programming using Java
Be Prepared for the AP Computer Science Exam in Java
ISBN: 0982477503 Binding: Paperback Edition: 4 Author(s): Maria Litvin, Gary Litvin Publisher: Skylight Publishing Number of Pages: 320
This is the fourth edition of the best-selling AP Computer Science exam prep book Thorough review chapters cover all of the AP CS material and the GridWorld case study Includes four complete practice exams
ISBN: 071676864X Binding: Hardcover Edition: Sixth Edition Author(s): Judith L. Gersting Publisher: W. H. Freeman Number of Pages: 784
Computing Curricula 2001 (CC2001) a joint undertaking of the Institute for Electrical and Electronic EngineersComputer Society (IEEECS) and the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) identifies the essential material for an undergraduate degree in computer science
This Sixth Edition of Mathematical Structures for Computer Science covers all the topics in the CC2001 suggested curriculumfor a one-semester intensive discrete structures course and virtually everything suggested for a two-semester version of a discrete structures course Gerstings text binds together what otherwise appears to be a collection of disjointed topics by emphasizing the following themes: Importance of logical thinking Power of mathematical notation Usefulness of abstractions
Cracking the AP Computer Science A & AB Exams, 2006-2007 Edition (College Test Preparation)
ISBN: 037576528X Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Princeton Review Publisher: Princeton Review Number of Pages: 512
The Princeton Review realizes that scoring high on the AP Computer Science A & AB Exams is very different from earning straight As in school We dont try to teach you everything there is to know about computer scienceonly the strategies and information youll need to get your highest score In Cracking the AP Computer Science A & AB Exams well teach you how to
Use our preparation strategies to raise your score Master the program design testing and performance issues found on the exam Test your knowledge with review questions for each topic covered
This book includes 2 full-length practice tests one each for Computer Science A and Computer Science AB All of our practice questions simulate those youll see on the actual exam and we explain how to answer every question
ISBN: 0534938884 Binding: Paperback Edition: Author(s): Maurice Eggen Publisher: PWS Pub. Co. Number of Pages: 432
Intended for the first course in the majors sequence Eggen and Eggen present a conceptual introduction to key concepts and methodologies of computer science C is the language of instruction and is integrated only as needed to highlight points and demonstrate concepts throughout the text In addition to numerous exercises laboratory activities are incorporated into each chapter (after Chapter 1) leading students through an experimental approach to the concepts and techniques covered in the text
