Course Information
2026-2027 Academic Year
0A02 AP Computer Science Principles
| Course Code | 0A02 |
| Course Title | AP Computer Science Principles |
| Course Description | AP Computer Science Principles introduces students to the foundational concepts of the field and challenges them to explore how computing and technology can impact the world. |
| Cluster Grouping | Connecting and Supporting Success |
| Career Cluster | Digital Technology and Computer Science (DTCS) |
| Course Lead Consultant | Michelle Pierce michelle.pierce@dpi.nc.gov |
| Course Status | Standard |
| Course Type | Adopted |
| POL (Proof of Learning) | Local |
| Credential as POL | N/A |
| Curriculum Date | AP College Board |
| Hours of Instruction | 135-150 |
| Recommended Maximum Enrollment | 30 |
| Course Credit | 1 |
| Inherently Honors | No |
| Meets Computer Science (CS) Graduation Requirement | Yes |
| Math Option Credit | No |
| Prerequisites | None |
| Cluster Grouping(s) | Connecting and Supporting Success |
| Career Cluster(s) | Digital Technology and Computer Science (DTCS) |
| Pathway Level(s) | AP Computer Science (APCS) - PrerequisiteComputer Science Principles (CSPR) - Concentrator |
| Aligned Credential(s) or Certification(s) | N/A |
| CTSO(s)(Career and Technical Student Organization) | Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) SkillsUSA Technology Student Association (TSA) |
| SOC Code(s)(Standard Occupational Classification Code) | Computer Network Support Specialists (15-1231)Computer Programmers (15-1251)Information Security Analysts (15-1212)Software Developers (15-1252)Statisticians (15-2041)Web and Digital Interface Designers (15-1255)Web Developers (15-1254) |
