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CSTP 1105: Introduction to Programming 

Effective date

September 2022 

Department

Computer Systems Tech Diploma 

School

Trades, Technology and Design 
 




Description

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. 

Credits

4.0 

Year of study

1st Year Post-secondary 

Prerequisites

None 

Corequisites

None 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)

None 

Hours

Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 40
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 40
Total Hours: 80
 

Instructional Strategies

Instructional strategies include classroom lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, computer lab and hands-on practical work, online learning 

Grading System

Letter Grade (A-F) 

Passing grade

 

Evaluation Plan

Type

Percentage

Assessment activity

Assignments 

60 

One programming assignment per week, except 2 weeks of exams. 

Midterm Exam 

20 

 

Final Exam 

20 

 

Course topics

Notes:

  • Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
  • Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
    https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/.
  • To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.
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