Prerequisite: Demonstrated competency through appropriate assessment or earning a grade of “C” or better in ENGL 031 or ENGL 083. Introduces the structured techniques necessary for efficient solution of business-related computer programming logic problems and coding solutions into a high-level language. Includes program flowcharting, pseudocoding, and hierarchy charts as a means of solving these problems. The course covers creating file layouts, print charts, program narratives, user documentation, and system flowcharts for business problems. Reviews algorithm development, flowcharting, input/output techniques, looping, modules, selection structures, file handling, object-oriented programming, menu systems and graphical user interfaces. Offers students an opportunity to apply skills in a laboratory environment.