Maximise your employability, by learning the basics of coding in Python. Python is a versatile programming language used for developing websites and software, task automation, data analysis and more.
An Introduction to Programming using Python
An Introduction to Programming using Python
Instructors: Dr Rafael Papallas
Sponsored by PTT Global Chemical
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9 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
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What you'll learn
Describe what computer programming is, recognising its purpose and how it enables the creation and execution of computer programs.
Explain what algorithms are and their significance in programming.
Create programs that accept user input, display output, and utilise essential programming constructs such as if statements, loops, and functions.
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There are 2 modules in this course
This first week of the course will give you an understanding of the basic principles of programming. You will learn what programming is and be introduced to some basic theories of computers. You will also learn what an algorithm is and the basics of propositional logic – the fundamental underpinnings of programming. Finally, you will look at some basic Python syntax such as variables, data types and input/output, and you will write a simple Python program.
What's included
17 videos10 readings5 assignments3 discussion prompts3 ungraded labs
The second week will introduce some more advanced programming concepts. In particular, conditionals (if statements), loops and functions. With these under your belt, you will be able to write small but complex programs. By the end of the week, you will be able to put together a Python program that commands a small virtual robot to move in space!
What's included
13 videos9 readings5 assignments3 discussion prompts5 ungraded labs
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AB
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Reviewed on Jan 4, 2024
Great experience and a great introduction to Python. Thank you!
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Reviewed on Nov 5, 2023
I really enjoyed the course, it was very useful as an introduction to Python, great for beginners!!
M
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Reviewed on Sep 14, 2023
This is my first certificate course that i have completed with this i'm confident in starting my coding journy.
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