Aug 06, 2026  
2026-2027 DCTC Catalog 
  
2026-2027 DCTC Catalog

ISTC 1300 - Introduction to Programming



3 Credits
This course provides the beginner programmer with a guide to developing programs using structured programming logic. Analysis, design, coding, testing and debugging will be covered. Programming key points include structured programming, modularized programming, decision-making, looping, arrays, data file utilization, arrays and object-oriented classes. Students will be exposed to procedural and object-oriented programming. Students will be required to generate simple programs for this course.

Learning Outcomes
Illustrate data validation.

Create programs with multiple methods/functions.

Demonstrate understanding of variables and the various data types.

Create programs using decision structures with relational and logical operators.

Create programs using loop structures.

Demonstrate an understanding of single dimension and two-dimensional arrays.

Explain program development steps.