CIS 340
Introduction to Programming in Python


Course Description

This course provides a hands-on introduction to computation through programming and problem-solving. Using the popular Python programming language, students will learn software engineering concepts and basic programming constructs while creating graphical applications.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
38596 CIS 340 04Y ·T·R··· 03:30 PM-05:20 PM Mirsaeid Abolghasemi AT204
······· TBA-TBA ONLINE
······· TBA-TBA ONLINE
······· TBA-TBA TBA TBA

Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-01-05 to 2026-03-27.
Footnote:
CIS-340.-04Y: Hybrid ,meets on-campus and online as noted in the class listing. This class mirrors the for-credit class of the same number (CIS 340 mirrors CIS 40), so the course description is the same. Non-credit courses are intended for students who want to gain general knowledge, learn a new skill, upgrade existing skills, or enrich their understanding of a wide range of topics. Non-credit courses cannot be used to earn an associate degree nor any college transcriptable certificates. They can, however, be used to earn non-transcriptable certificates of completion. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning.

Class Materials

Textbook/MaterialTypeRequiredPurchaseRent
NewUsedNewUsed
Python for Everyone (2nd Edition)
Horstmann © 2016
ISBN: 9781119056553
Textbook Recommended $116.00 $87.00 $92.80 $46.40
Python For Everyone (3rd Edition)
Horstmann
ISBN: 9781119498612
E-Book Recommended $121.95
Python for Everyone (2nd Edition)
Horstmann
ISBN: 9781119186670
E-Book Recommended $48.00
Python For Everyone (3rd Edition)
Horstmann
ISBN: 9781119498612
E-Book
(150 days)
Recommended $51.00
Python for Everyone (2nd Edition)
Horstmann
ISBN: 9781119186670
E-Book
(150 days)
Recommended $20.00

Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.

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Course Details

Units
0 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 4
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 1.5
Program Status
Not Program Applicable
Credit
Non-credit Class
Grading Method
Pass/Fail Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Advisory
  • ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.
  • Intermediate algebra or equivalent (or higher), or appropriate placement beyond intermediate algebra
  • Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills

    (No limit on student re-enrollment for 0 unit courses.)
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