Computer Science: An Overview (12th Edition)

Brookshear, Glenn; Brylow, Dennis

ISBN 10: 0133760065 / ISBN 13: 9780133760064

Published by Pearson, 2014

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Computer Science: An Overview (12th Edition)
• Publisher: Pearson
• Publication Date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0133760065
• ISBN 13: 9780133760064
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: good

About this title

Synopsis

Computer Science: An Overview is intended for use in the Introduction to Computer Science course. It is also suitable for all readers interested in a breadth-first introduction to computer science.

 

Computer Science uses broad coverage and clear exposition to present a complete picture of the dynamic computer science field. Accessible to students from all backgrounds, Glenn Brookshear and Dennis Brylow encourage the development of a practical, realistic understanding of the field. An overview of each of the important areas of Computer Science provides students with a general level of proficiency for future courses. This new edition incorporates an introduction to the Python programming language into key chapters.

  

Teaching and Learning Experience

This program will provide a better teaching and learning experience–for you and your students. It will help:

• Develop a Practical, Realistic Understanding of Computer Science: An overview of each of the important areas of Computer Science prepares students for future courses.
• Fit your Course Preferences: Individual chapters are independent and can be covered in an order that suits your course.
• Use Python to prepare students for future courses: A new focus on Python provides programming tools for exploration and experimentation.
• Reinforce Core Concepts: More than 1000 Questions and Exercises, Chapter Review Problems, and Social Issues questions give students the opportunity to apply concepts.
• Support Learning with Student Resources: The Companion Website www.pearsonhighered.com/brookshear features resources that enhance learning.

About the Author

J. Glenn Brookshear is a Professor Emeritus at Marquette University where he taught Formal Language, Introduction to Computer Science, and Theory of Computation. He is the author of the previous editions of Computer Science: An Overview.