Hobart, Launceston, Cradle Coast
This unit has been discontinued.
Introduction
This unit will provide students with an introduction to computer programming and its role in problem solving. The fundamental concepts of programming will be introduced. These include: the memory model, data types, declarations, expressions and statements, control structures, block structure, methods and parameters, classes and objects, exception handling, graphical user interfaces, and text-based input and output. The unit is an applied unit with a focus on engaging students in gaining practical skills and abilities as well as an understanding of general-purpose programming. Students will undertake their programming in Python.
Summary 2021
| Unit name | Programming Preparation |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KIT001 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| Faculty/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Information and Communication Technology |
| Discipline | Information & Communication Technology |
| Coordinator | Zehong Cao |
| Teaching staff | |
| Level | Foundation |
| Available as student elective? | Yes |
| Breadth Unit? | No |
Availability
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Fees
Requisites
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2 hours of lectures, 2 hour lab classes. |
|---|---|
| Assessment | 60% portfolio tasks, 20% in-semester tests (2 tests, 10 % each), 9% learning reflection report and 11% HD interview. |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Flexible Study Options
Textbooks
| Required | |
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| Recommended |
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