Introduction to Programming

    Unit code: NIT1102 | Study level: Undergraduate
    Credit points
    12
    (Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
    Location
    Footscray Park
    Online Real Time
    VU Brisbane
    VU Sydney
    Prerequisites
    N/A
    Overview
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    Overview

    This unit introduces students to modern computer programming language, problem solving and algorithm development. Students will be exposed to multiple design strategies, including top-down design and recursive design with functions, object-based programming, and object-oriented design.



    Content includes: Data Types and Expressions, Control Statements, Strings and Text Files, Design with Functions, Design with Classes, Graphical User Interfaces, Simple Graphics and Image Processing.

    Learning Outcomes

    On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

    1. Demonstrate skills in using a programming language;
    2. Apply suitable design strategies to develop a solution;
    3. Develop algorithms using basic programming language; and
    4. Apply basic object-oriented software principles in problem solving.

    Study as a single unit

    This unit can be studied on its own, without enrolling in a full degree.

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    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Laboratory Work
    |
    Grade: 30%
    Weekly Practical tasks - 3 weekly labs of programming tasks
    Assessment type: Test
    |
    Grade: 40%
    Two (2) Tests (20% each) Test 1: open book concept evaluation and problem-solving test Test 2: open book concept evaluation and problem-solving test.
    Assessment type: Test
    |
    Grade: 30%
    Final Practical Test (2 hours) Final Test: open book programming test

    Required reading

    Fundamentals of Python: First Programs
    Kenneth A. Lambert (2018)| Cengage Learning

    As part of a course

    This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

    Bachelor of Cyber Security
    NBCS | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
    Bachelor of Data Science
    NBDS | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
    Bachelor of Information Technology
    NBIT | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years
    Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional)
    NBIP | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3.5 years
    Undergraduate Certificate in Information Technology
    NUIT | Undergraduate certificate | Duration: 0.5 years

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