CS 115: Introduction to Computer Science 1

A foundational exploration of the fundamentals of computer science through the application of elementary programming patterns in the functional style of programming. Function definition and application. Tracing via substitution. Design, testing, and…

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Common aliases: CS 115, CS115

Resources 10
Types Midterms, Finals, Worksheets
Years 2012 – 2020
University University of Waterloo (UW)
Course Overview

Study Resources for Introduction to Computer Science 1

Assessment Inventory for CS 115 (10 Documents)
Assessment inventory for CS 115 at University of Waterloo (UW)
Document Format Year Access
Midterm (Exam 1) 2020 Midterm 2020 Illustrative Archive
Midterm (Exam 2) 2019 Midterm 2019 Illustrative Archive
Midterm (Exam 1) 2019 Midterm 2019 Illustrative Archive
Midterm (Exam 1) 2018 Midterm 2018 Illustrative Archive
Final Exam 2016 Final 2016 Illustrative Archive
Midterm (Exam 1) 2016 Midterm 2016 Illustrative Archive
Midterm (Exam 1) 2015 Midterm 2015 Illustrative Archive
Midterm (Exam 1) 2014 Midterm 2014 Illustrative Archive
Midterm (Exam 1) 2012 Midterm 2012 Illustrative Archive
Worksheet 9 Worksheet — Illustrative Archive

Complete inventory of all 10 assessments (sorted by most recent). Select any document to inspect or use the search bar above to filter.

Course Overview & Exam Syllabus

Course Description

A foundational exploration of the fundamentals of computer science through the application of elementary programming patterns in the functional style of programming. Function definition and application. Tracing via substitution. Design, testing, and documentation. Recursive data definitions. Lists and trees. Functional and data abstraction.

This archive catalogs 10 free educational resources and past exams for CS 115 (Introduction to Computer Science 1) at University of Waterloo (UW), containing 8 midterm papers, 1 final examination, and 1 worksheet. Dated documents represent 7 distinct academic years between 2012 and 2020.

Core Exam Topics & Learning Objectives

  • Fundamental programming constructs: variable typing, conditional logic, iterative loops, and modular functions in CS 115
  • Memory models and data representations: arrays, string parsing, reference passing, and scope resolution
  • Introduction to algorithmic thinking: linear/binary search, basic sorting algorithms, and recursive problem decomposition
  • Software development practices: debugging methodologies, unit test assertions, and structured coding style in Introduction to Computer Science 1

Frequently Asked Questions

Which assessment formats are cataloged in this CS 115 archive?

This collection for CS 115 at University of Waterloo (UW) catalogs 10 total resources across the following formats: Midterms, Finals, Worksheets. Each document is listed in the assessment inventory table with its individual format tag and academic year where recorded.

What academic years are covered in this CS 115 collection?

Dated materials in this archive span from 2012 to 2020, representing 7 distinct academic years. Coverage varies by the records currently cataloged for this course.

How can students access these free CS 115 past exams?

All cataloged CS 115 past exams and study materials are free to request. The catalog, metadata, assessment inventory, and illustrative thumbnails are public; source documents are not shown on this page. Use the connect options to request a study resource, and confirm current course topics and grading policies with the University of Waterloo (UW) course syllabus.

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