Introduction to Programming

This course introduces first-time programmers to foundation programming

techniques and principles using the popular Python Programming language. Python's simple syntax is similar to the English language making it easy to comprehend and allows programmers to write code with fewer lines.

This course serves as a good starting point for students looking to further their training in the Python programming language.

Course Highlights:

• Rules and syntax applicable to a modern programming language
• Understanding and developing algorithms
• Variables, expressions, functions, branching, looping statements and data storage
• Designing, writing and debugging simple computer programs using Python

Course Learning Outcomes:

• Understand the rules and syntax used in programming languages
• Familiarity with programming constructs
• Writing functional code in Python
• Preparation for advancement into more in-depth programming courses

Hardware: Must have a computer with internet access.

Course Typically Offered: Online in every quarter.

Prerequisites: None.

Next Step: This course will prepare students for the Python Programming certificate, C/C++ Programming certificate and other programs & coursework that require a programming component.

Contact: For more information about this course, please email infotech@ucsd.edu.

Course Number: CSE-40028
Credit: 3.00 unit(s)
Related Certificate Programs: C/C++ Programming, Python Programming, Software Quality Assurance, User Experience (UX) Design

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1/14/2020 - 3/14/2020

$695

Online

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• SECTION ID:

  145020

• CLASS TYPE:

  Online, Web-based instruction

• INSTRUCTOR:
  

  Demuth, Donald E., Software Engineer and Senior Systems Architect

  Donnie Demuth   is software engineering and senior systems architect working in the private sector. He has designed systems and directed teams in the communications, media, medical and military industries; using this career to live and work in places including San Diego, Boston, New York and Hawaii. Donnie has a bachelor's degree in computer Science from SDSU and an ALM from Harvard University.  

• TEXTBOOKS:

  No textbook required.

• POLICIES:

  No refunds after: 1/20/2020.
  

• NOTE:

• DATE & LOCATION:

  1/14/2020 - 3/14/2020
  ucsdextension.blackboard.com
  You will have access to your course materials on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.