Programming through Python (823G5Z)
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Programming through Python
Module 823G5Z
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 7 (Masters)
Module Outline
The aim of this module is to introduce students to programming, and in particular to understanding, writing, modifying, debugging and assessing the design quality of simple Python applications at the beginner level. The module does not assume any previous programming experience in Python, however general IT skills and previous experience with applications such as MATLAB, Visual Basic or other scripting languages may be helpful.
Module learning outcomes
Understand, and be able to successfully carry out, the write-edit-compile-run cycle of software development in Python in an appropriate software development environment.
Understand and be able to use fundamental programming concepts such as variables, conditional statements, looping constructs, and functions (methods).
Understand basic object oriented concepts such as object, class, abstraction, hierarchy, modularity and encapsulation.
Understand, and be able to use simple built in data-types such as strings, lists, dictionaries and some of the common library classes.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 1 Assessment Week 2 Wed 09:00 | 40.00% |
| Coursework | 60.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Project | T1 Week 7 | 34.00% |
| Project | T1 Week 9 | 66.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
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