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Computer Programming: Introduction To Module

This document introduces a module on computer programming. It will teach students how to think about and solve problems by breaking them down into components, designing solutions, and developing code. Students will learn some Java programming and get practice applying programming concepts and methods. The skills learned will be applicable to other languages as well. Lectures will introduce topics and examples, while labs provide hands-on practice. Assessment will include exams, assignments, class tests, and a programming project. Students are expected to actively participate by asking questions and working with peers. Regular study outside of class is also encouraged.

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Computer Programming: Introduction To Module

This document introduces a module on computer programming. It will teach students how to think about and solve problems by breaking them down into components, designing solutions, and developing code. Students will learn some Java programming and get practice applying programming concepts and methods. The skills learned will be applicable to other languages as well. Lectures will introduce topics and examples, while labs provide hands-on practice. Assessment will include exams, assignments, class tests, and a programming project. Students are expected to actively participate by asking questions and working with peers. Regular study outside of class is also encouraged.

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Computer Programming

Introduction to module

1
What is this module about?

• To teach you how to think about problems and


how to solve them.

• We are going to learn the concepts of how to


break a problem down.

• How to design a solution.


• How to develop the solution.

2
How will we achieve this?

• A little bit of learning of the Java programming


language.

• A lot of practice of programming methods.

3
“But I’ve never programmed
before...”

• Perfect.
• We will begin from a complete novice’s point
of view.

• And expand throughout the year.

4
“Java? Why aren’t we using...”

• We are not using :


• C#
• C++
•C
• Visual Basic
• The language does not matter on this course.

5
Learning to program, not
learning Java

• The skills you need to program are the same


not matter what language we cover.

• Java is used because it is free, cross-platform,


machine independent.

6
What skills?

• On completing this module you will have the skill to:


• Break down a problem into it’s component parts.

• Create a code solution for each of the parts.

• Combine the parts into a solution.

• Analyze the code that you have created.

• Test and debug a program to correct coding mistakes.

• Modify a program to perform a different task.

7
Contact Time

• Lectures:
• Tuesday 9.30 - 10.30 W201
• Wednesday 2.00 - 3.00 W202
• Labs:
• Tuesday 10.30 - 12.00
• Thursday 2.00 - 3.30

8
Lectures

• Introduce topic.
• Explain topic.
• Do examples based on topic.
• Answer questions.

9
Labs

• Time to practice on topics covered.


• Worksheets to test your understanding.
• Lots and lots of practice.

10
Assessment
• Written exam in May : 30%
• Continuous assessment 70%
• Assignment 1 : 10%

• Assignment 2 : 10%

• Class Test : 20%

• Robocode entry : 10%

• Quiz : 5%

• Assignment 3 : 15%

11
Class Rules

• Attend all sessions (lectures and labs).


• Be on time for class.
• Do homework and assignment with pride.
• Bring pen and paper to class.
• Be involved in class (see next slide).

12
Participating in class

• Ask questions.
• Talk to class mates about material.
• Send emails.
• Use forum on Moodle.
• Ask questions via Twitter (@gcdprogramming).

13
Final Points

• Do your best to stay focused in class.


• This is the hardest thing in this module.
• Do a little work outside class each week.
• Maybe write a quick summary of the week.

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