Course
Computer Science
Technology
Continuing Education

NCLab Computational Literacy Certificate (Learn-by-doing, 24/7, Online, Self-Paced, Gamified, Real-Time Instructional Support)

0 credit hours

Credits awarded upon completion

Self-Paced

Progress at your own speed

20 hours

Estimated learning time

About the Course

Description

Computational Literacy (NCLab):

This online, self-paced, learn-by-doing course develops problem-solving and logical thinking through coding-based activities. Learners build foundational computational skills by guiding a virtual robot through visual puzzles using simple commands and decision-making logic. They practice sequencing, loops, conditionals, and debugging in a playful, engaging environment—no prior coding experience needed. As learners progress, they strengthen perseverance, attention to detail, and critical thinking—skills essential for STEM careers. The course lays a solid foundation for learning programming languages such as Python and supports career readiness in technology, automation, and data-driven fields.

Topics

  • Introduction to Basic Commands and Problem-Solving, Typing with Syntax Rules, Intro to Loops, Expanding Loop Functionality, Advanced Loop Structures

Prerequisites

  • No prerequisites are needed.

Sections

Schedule

Asynchronous

Delivery method

Online

Deliverables

  • 0 Credits

    Academic Excellence

    Earn necessary number of credit hours for completing this content

  • Professional Program

    Launch of Career

    Computational Literacy Completion Certificate

Outcomes

You'll learn Basic Commands and Problem-Solving, Typing with Syntax Rules, Intro to Loops, Expanding Loop Functionality, Advanced Loop Structures.

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