Introduction to Programming
UndergraduateRMI-CPT1202023
Course information for 2023 intake
Programming is acknowledged as a vital skill that enables problem solving through the use of computers across a range of varied disciplines. This course introduces you to basic concepts, syntax and control structures in programming. You will learn how to program in a step-wise problem solving fashion.
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- Subject may require attendance
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Loan available
- HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP available
Introduction to Programming
About this subject
Upon successful completion of this subject you should be able to:
- CLO 1: Demonstrate knowledge of basic concepts, syntax and control structures in programming.
- CLO 2: Devise solutions to simple computing problems under specific requirements.
- CLO 3: Encode the devised solutions into computer programs and test the programs on a computer.
- CLO 4: Demonstrate understanding of standard coding conventions and ethical considerations in programming.
- Datatype and sequential code execution
- Conditional execution
- Iterations
- Functions and modules
- Strings
- Lists
- Files
- Dictionnaries
- Object-Oriented Programming
Programming is acknowledged as a vital skill that enables problem solving through the use of computers across a range of varied disciplines. This subject 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%)
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Additional requirements
- Software requirements - Unrestricted access to a Windows, Macintosh or Linux PC
- Other requirements -
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)
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.
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