CS-A1113 - Basics in Programming Y1, 08.09.2020-11.12.2020

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LEARNING OUTCOMES

After the course student can implement small programs using Python language and can apply basic programming concepts in solving small programming problems. After the course student understands the basic functionality of a computer device, and how it is controlled using a computer program.

Credits: 5

Schedule: 08.09.2020 - 11.12.2020

Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Barbara Keller

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Barbara Keller

Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):

CEFR level (applies in this implementation):

Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):

Teaching language: English

Languages of study attainment: English

CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD

Content

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Functionality of a computer device. Basic programming tools and structures, such as variables, loops, conditional statements, functions and classes. Simple algorithms for common problems.

Assessment Methods and Criteria

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Assessment consists of weekly programming tasks, and an individual programming project/exam.

Workload

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Contact teaching 48 h, Independent learning 75 h. The course may have an exam.

DETAILS

Study Material

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    Course book and online programming exercises. Details will be provided in MyCourses.

Prerequisites

  • Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:

    The ability to use a typical personal computers and basic applications such as e-mail. No prior programming knowledge is required.

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