Introduction to Programming

• Topics

  • Variable, sequence, operations
  • Objects and Methods / Input Output / String manipulation / Introduction to Selection
  • Selection and Operation
  • Repetition
  • Methods and Argument Passing
  • Arrays and Debugging
  • Problem Solving and Collaboration
  • Arrays, Selection, Repetition, Methods and Problem Solving
  • Classes
  • Class Design 1
  • Class Design 2

• Study resources

  • Instructional Methods

    • Audio/Video conferencing
    • Chat Rooms
    • Disscusion forum/Discussion Board
    • Embedded Multimedia
    • Online assignment submission
    • Podcasting/Leacture capture
    • Standard Media
    • Streaming Multimedia
    • Web links

  • Online Materials

    • Audio-Video streaming
    • FAQs
    • Printable format materials
    • Resources and Links

No eligibility requirements

Special requirements

• SoftwareDetails - Unrestricted access to a Windows, Macintosh or Linux PC capable of running the Java Software Development Kit (SDK) and a Java code development IDE (such as eclipse).
• OtherDetails -

  Stable broadband connection required to access online learning materials and live chat sessions / recordings. (note: mobile broadband users may have difficulties participating in live chat sessions)

Programming is acknowledged as a vital skill that enables problem solving through the use of computers across a range of varied disciplines. This degree introduces you to basic concepts, syntax and control structures and basic object-oriented principles in programming. 

You will learn how to program in a step-wise problem solving fashion in a variety of tasks using the Java programming language.

• Invigilated Exam (50%)
• Assignment 1 (10%)
• Assignment 2 (10%)
• Weekly exercises (20%)
• Online Test(s) (10%)

Textbooks are subject to change within the academic year. Students are advised to purchase their books no earlier than one to two months before the start of a subject.