| Unit name | Introduction to Computer Programming |
|---|---|
| Unit code | EMAT10007 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | C/4 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
| Unit director | Dr. Philamore |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
None. To emphasise: the unit assumes no prior knowledge of computer programming. Students should have some prior experience of using a PC for basic email, web browsing and word processing tasks. |
| Co-requisites |
None. Some basic aptitude in systematic and logical thinking is needed, which we anticipate most undergraduates at the University of Bristol will have. |
| School/department | School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
The purpose of this unit is to provide students with a basic and accessible introduction to computer programming - assuming no prior experience of it.
The aims are to:
The course will be delivered using "Python" - see www.python.org which is fully functional scripting language. Over the last few years, Python has become one of the most popular programming languages in the world - yet, it is still a relatively "simple" language, accessible to students with no background in computer programming. The unit will cover the basic principles of sequential (procedural) programming, namely input/output, variables, data types, conditionals, iteration, exceptions and functions. Throughout there will be a focus on the principles of good programming practice, such as design and debugging
In summary, the unit will aim to help students (whether or not they require computer programming as a core element of their undergraduate degrees) to feel confident of their ability to create programs that allow them to accomplish useful goals, and to make profitable use of computational methods in later life.
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions, including lectures, practical activities supported by drop-in sessions or online computer laboratories and problem sheets.
1 Summative Assessment (Coursework), 100% - this will assess all Intended Learning Outcomes
If this unit has a Resource List, you will normally find a link to it in the Blackboard area for the unit. Sometimes there will be a separate link for each weekly topic.
If you are unable to access a list through Blackboard, you can also find it via the Resource Lists homepage. Search for the list by the unit name or code (e.g. EMAT10007).
How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.
