Introduction to Programming

No prerequisites

Course provides the knowledge and tools needed in modern programming and in implementing algorithms.

After the course

1. you understand the principles behind computers and algorithms and the role of programming in this,

2. you know how to write simple programs based on imperative paradign and

3 you know how to use a programming language as a tool to solve work and study related problems.

The material is online

Completion methods

Weekly exercises, exam.

Open University and degree programme completion methods may be different.

Assessment practices and criteria

Assessment is based on weekly exercises and the final exam.

Activities and methods in support of learning

The focus is in hands-on programming, supported by 2 hours weekly lectures

Target groups

The course is suitable to anyone interested in programming.

• Compulsory for the whole programme: Bachelor's programme in Science
• BSCS1000 for the students in Computer and Data Science study track, BS1000 for the others
• The course is available to students from other degree programmes
• The course may be offered among the university’s continuous learning courses.
  

Schedule

Period 1

Recommended time or stage of studies for completion

Period 1 of first autumn

To be followed by the Advanced Programming course

Study module

Basic studies in Computer and Data Science

Language of instruction

English