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Neumont First Quarter Study Plan

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Asher Winstead
Asher Winstead
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🎓 Course List and Descriptions​

AIE101 – Foundations of Artificial Intelligence​

Credits: 4
Catalog Link: AIE101 Course Description

Summary:
Introduces fundamental concepts and techniques of artificial intelligence (AI), including history, ethical concerns, AI tools, productivity applications, and the influence of AI on society and work.

Key Topics:

  • History of AI and modern frameworks
  • AI productivity tools
  • Ethics, safety, and bias in AI
  • Current trends and thought leaders

CSC105 – Using Modern Operating Systems​

Credits: 2
Catalog Link: CSC105 Course Description

Summary:
Covers the fundamentals of operating system environments like Linux and Windows. Students gain hands-on experience with shell commands, scripting, file systems, virtual memory, and basic security.

Key Topics:

  • Terminal and command-line usage (Bash, PowerShell)
  • Environment variables
  • Shell scripting
  • File systems and permissions
  • OS security

CSC110 – Introduction to Computer Science​

Credits: 4
Catalog Link: CSC110 Course Description

Summary:
Teaches CS fundamentals through real-world programming. Topics include logic, data manipulation, storage, and object-oriented design using modern tools and languages.

Key Topics:

  • OOP principles and data structures
  • Algorithms and logic building
  • Software development practices
  • Hands-on project building

MAT101 – Mathematics for the Computer Sciences​

Credits: 3
Catalog Link: MAT101 Course Description

Summary:
Provides the mathematical foundation needed for CS, including discrete math concepts like set theory, logic, number systems, and probability, tailored for computing applications.

Key Topics:

  • Logic and proof
  • Set theory and functions
  • Binary and hexadecimal systems
  • Probability and combinatorics

NEU100 – College Success Strategies​

Credits: 1
Catalog Link: NEU100 Course Description

Summary:
Focuses on helping students thrive academically and personally. Includes goal-setting, time management, and effective learning strategies.

Key Topics:

  • Study habits and test-taking
  • Communication and professionalism
  • Time and stress management
  • Goal setting and tracking

⏳ Study Hours Breakdown by Course (Per Week)​

CourseTime AllocationNotes
AIE1018–10 hoursMost difficult – coding, concepts, ethics
CSC1106–8 hoursProgramming + fundamentals
MAT1014–5 hoursProblem sets, applied logic
CSC1053 hoursOS concepts + hands-on shell usage
NEU1001 hourWeekly planning, light assignments
Total~25–27 hoursScalable to 21–30 hours depending on week

🗓️ Weekly Study Schedule​

Monday​

TimeSubjectSession Type
12:00 – 1:00 PMNEU100 – Plan week & organize tasksShort (Planning)
1:30 – 3:30 PMAIE101 – Read, start coding assignmentLong (Deep Focus)
4:00 – 5:00 PMMAT101 – Practice problemsShort (Problem Practice)
5:30 – 7:00 PMCSC110 – Start/continue coding projectLong (Hands-on Coding)
After 7:00 PMFree / Social TimeRest

Tuesday​

TimeSubjectSession Type
10:00 – 12:00 PMAIE101 – Complex tasks, project codingLong (Deep Work)
1:00 – 2:00 PMCSC105 – Shell script, OS practiceShort (Practice)
2:30 – 4:30 PMCSC110 – Programming, debuggingLong (Coding/Projects)
7:00 – 8:00 PMAIE101 – Review notes, flashcardsShort (Review)
After 8:00 PMOptional light review or restFlexible

Wednesday​

TimeSubjectSession Type
10:00 – 12:00 PMAIE101 – Finish AI work, practice codingLong (Deep Focus)
1:00 – 2:00 PMCSC105 – Finish lab or readingShort (Wrap-Up)
2:00 – 4:00 PMCSC110 – Debug, document, prep for quizLong (Project/Prep)
After 4:00 PMFree / Social TimeRest

Thursday (Work 4PM–3AM)​

TimeSubjectSession Type
12:00 – 2:00 PMMAT101 – Homework, quizzesLong (Focused Math)
After 2:00 PMWork / RestNo Study

Friday (Work 4PM–3AM)​

TimeSubjectSession Type
12:00 – 2:00 PMAIE101 – Project progress or reviewLong (Intensive Work)
After 2:00 PMWork / RestNo Study

Saturday (Work 4PM–3AM)​

TimeSubjectSession Type
12:00 – 1:00 PMMAT101 – Quick reviewShort (Review)
1:00 – 2:00 PMCSC105 – OS recap or catch-upShort (Catch-Up)
After 2:00 PMWork / RestNo Study

Sunday (Work 7AM–5PM, Nap 5–10PM)​

TimeSubjectSession Type
10:00 – 12:00 AMAIE101 – Finalize assignment / studyLong (Deep Work)
12:00 – 2:00 AMCSC110 – Finish project / reviewLong (Focused Coding)
After 2:00 AMSleepRest