Summer Camp: Prep for USA Computing Olympiad (Usaco) - Bronze Level
What's included
10 live meetings
12 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursAssignments
1-2 hours per week. includedAssessment
includedClass Experience
Introduction to Competitive Coding (USACO Bronze) Every year USACO hosts three online coding competitions, starting in December, in which you will have the opportunity to display your programming and algorithm skills. This course focuses on the topics needed to master the first level Bronze. Although many languages are accepted, historically entrants use C++ and Java. Our goal is bridge the gap between our bright python users and the exciting world of coding competitions. Although we will cover many necessary skills such as data structures and search algorithms we highly recommend students practice questions on their own for best results during competition. In this 10 lesson course, students will learn the foundational skills for participating in competitive coding events such as the United States of America Computing Olympiad (USACO). For a week to week program, check out the syllabus.
Learning Goals
Students will learn the foundational skills for participating in competitive coding events such as the United States of America Computing Olympiad (USACO).
Syllabus
10 Lessons
over 2 WeeksLesson 1:
Introduction
USACO overview, pseudocode, code tests, Input & output, Data types, Time & Space Complexity
75 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Arithmetic
75 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Strings
75 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Simulation
75 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Pre-Requisites
A comfortable familiarity with conditionals, loops, and lists in Python, and a basic understanding of algebra (Grades 8+). Beginners to Python should first complete our Python Level 1 course: https://shorturl.at/o5Tyo .
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
https://usaco.guide/
Teacher expertise and credentials
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At AI Code Academy, we specialize in project-based STEM coding, AI, and mathematics programs for young learners. We are one of the few organizations that offer AI and machine learning courses tailored for kids. Our comprehensive curriculum spans from basic computer skills and Scratch coding to more advanced Python, Java, web design, game development, and AI machine learning projects.
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Reviews
Live Group Course
$275
for 10 classes5x per week, 2 weeks
75 min
Completed by 14 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-17
4-8 learners per class