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Introduction to Turbo BASIC Programming

The document outlines a 10-week course on Turbo BASIC programming, covering topics such as syntax, variables, control structures, loops, arrays, subroutines, file handling, and graphics. Each week includes objectives, topics, and assignments to reinforce learning, culminating in a final project that applies multiple concepts. No prerequisites are required, but basic computer literacy is recommended.

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Introduction to Turbo BASIC Programming

Course Description: This course provides an introduction to Turbo BASIC, a fast and powerful
version of the BASIC programming language. Students will learn the syntax, core programming
structures, and application development using Turbo BASIC. The course emphasizes hands-on
programming skills, logical thinking, and problem-solving techniques.

Prerequisites: None, but basic computer literacy and logical thinking are recommended.

Course Duration: 10 weeks (3 hours per week)

Course Format:

 Lectures
 Hands-on coding exercises
 Quizzes and assignments
 Final project

Week 1: Introduction to Turbo BASIC and Setup

Objectives:

 Understand the role of Turbo BASIC in the history of programming languages

 Set up Turbo BASIC development environment

Topics:

 What is Turbo BASIC? A brief history and overview

 Installing Turbo BASIC or using a modern Turbo BASIC emulator
 Navigating the Turbo BASIC IDE (Integrated Development Environment)
 Writing and running your first Turbo BASIC program: PRINT "Hello, World!"

Assignment:

 Write a program that outputs the message "Hello, Turbo BASIC!" to the screen.

Week 2: Variables, Data Types, and Operators

Objectives:

 Learn to declare and use variables and constants

 Understand the different data types and how to perform basic operations
Topics:

 Variables and constants in Turbo BASIC

 Basic data types: Integer, Single, Double, String
 Declaring variables using DIM
 Arithmetic operators: +, -, *, /, MOD, ^
 Relational operators: =, <, >, <=, >=, <>

Assignment:

 Write a program that declares different types of variables, performs calculations (e.g.,
sum, difference), and outputs the results.

Week 3: Input and Output

Objectives:

 Learn how to take input from the user and display output

Topics:

 INPUT statement: Getting user input

 PRINT statement: Displaying output to the screen
 Formatting output with TAB, ;, and ,
 LINE INPUT for string input

Assignment:

 Create a program that asks for the user's name and age, then prints a greeting message
using the INPUT and PRINT statements.

Week 4: Control Structures - Conditionals

Objectives:

 Learn to make decisions in your program using conditional statements

Topics:

 IF...THEN and IF...THEN...ELSE statements

 SELECT CASE statement
 Nested conditionals
 Logical operators in conditionals

Assignment:

 Write a program that asks for a user's score and outputs a grade (e.g., A, B, C, D, F)
based on a predefined scale.

Week 5: Loops and Iteration

Objectives:

 Understand how to repeat tasks using loops

Topics:

 FOR...NEXT loop: Iterating a set number of times

 WHILE...WEND loop: Looping while a condition is true
 DO...LOOP loop: Looping with more flexibility
 EXIT statement to break out of loops

Assignment:

 Write a program that calculates the sum of all even numbers between 1 and 100 using a
FOR loop.

Week 6: Arrays and Collections

Objectives:

 Learn how to work with arrays in Turbo BASIC

Topics:

 Declaring and using arrays in Turbo BASIC

 One-dimensional and multi-dimensional arrays
 Accessing, updating, and deleting elements in arrays
 Practical use of arrays in solving problems

Assignment:

 Write a program that stores 10 numbers in an array, calculates their average, and displays
the result.
Week 7: Subroutines and Functions

Objectives:

 Learn how to organize and reuse code using subroutines and functions

Topics:

 Introduction to subroutines and functions in Turbo BASIC

 Using GOSUB and RETURN for subroutines
 Creating and using functions with DEF FN and END FUNC
 Passing parameters to subroutines and functions

Assignment:

 Write a program that calculates the area of a rectangle using a function. The function
should take the length and width as arguments and return the result.

Week 8: File Handling

Objectives:

 Learn how to work with files in Turbo BASIC

Topics:

 Opening and closing files using OPEN, CLOSE

 Reading from and writing to text files with INPUT, PRINT #, WRITE #
 Appending data to files
 Handling file errors

Assignment:

 Write a program that reads a list of names from a file, stores them in an array, and then
displays the names.

Week 9: Advanced Topics - Graphics and User Interface

Objectives:
 Learn how to create basic graphics and user interfaces in Turbo BASIC

Topics:

 Drawing on the screen with PSET, LINE, and CIRCLE

 Creating simple user interfaces with text and graphics
 Handling mouse input in Turbo BASIC (optional, depending on version)

Assignment:

 Write a program that draws a simple graphical representation of a house using basic
drawing functions.

Week 10: Final Project and Review

Objectives:

 Review all topics covered in the course and apply them in a final project

Topics:

 Recap of key concepts: Variables, loops, conditionals, arrays, subroutines, file handling
 Final project guidelines and expectations

Final Project:

 Develop a complete program using Turbo BASIC that incorporates multiple concepts,
such as file handling, graphics, and user input. Possible ideas include a text-based game,
a simple inventory system, or a calculator.

Assignment:

 Submit the final project along with a short report explaining how the program works and
the concepts used.

Grading Breakdown: