This is an introductory course on programming. Learners will develop problem-solving skills through the use of detailed algorithms and be introduced to structured and object oriented design techniques. The course content includes standard program syntax, variable types, operators, input/output statements, decision and loop control structures, methods, encapsulation, instantiating and using objects.
The course is taught in Python. Using basic Python graphics library, students learn to develop interesting interactive desktop application while developing their programming know-hows using python.
This is a hands-on course and student learn all complexities of programming through developing simple and fun (some simple games using Python graphics) applications.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- Programming processes and terminology
- Pseudocode, basic design of a computer program: Von-Neuman machine
- Variables and scopes
- Input and output: command line or file input and output
- Functions and modules
- Conditional, branching
- Conditionals, branching
- Repetitions, loops,
- Recursion, converting tail recursion to iteration
- Objects and Object Oriented Programming
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.