ITO4133 · Introduction to Python

Overview

This unit introduces programming fundamentals and the Python language to students. The unit provides a foundational understanding of program design and implementation of algorithms to solve computational problems. Fundamental programming control structures, built in and complex data types and mechanisms for modularity will be presented in Python. Topics covered will include basic input and output, program control structures, basic data structures and modular program structures, problem solving strategies and techniques for algorithm development, iteration and recursion.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

Learning outcomes

1. Effectively use variables, conditionals and loops in computer programs;
2. Design, construct and test simple programs that include user-defined functions and data structures;
3. Write programs efficiently by discovering and leveraging libraries;
4. Implement good programming practices in a team, including unit testing, basic documentation and readability.

Workload

A minimum of 144 hours over the 6 week teaching period should be used to complete assignments, participating in discussions, private study and revision.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.