Registry
Module Specifications
Archived Version 2003 - 2004
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Module Title |
Introduction to Programming
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Module Code |
CA146
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School |
School of Computing
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Online Module Resources
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| Module Co-ordinator | Dr Martin Crane | Office Number | L2.51 |
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Level |
1
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Credit Rating |
5
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Pre-requisite |
None
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Co-requisite |
None
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Module Aims
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To introduce the student to the basic programming concepts and implementation in C++.
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Learning Outcomes
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As a result of this module, the student will be able to:
- Design programs to solve problems of basic complexity.
- Implement these designs using C++.
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Indicative Time Allowances
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Hours
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Lectures |
12
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Tutorials |
0
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Laboratories |
24
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Seminars |
0
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Independent Learning Time |
39
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Total |
75
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Placements |
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Assignments |
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NOTE
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Assume that a 5 credit module load represents approximately 75 hours' work, which includes all teaching, in-course assignments, laboratory work or other specialised training and an estimated private learning time associated with the module.
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Indicative Syllabus
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Basic C++ Programming Concepts such as:
1. Fundamental Data Types, leading into arrays of 1,2 dimensions
2. Program structure, Loops (for and while)
3. Input/output to and from the screen and files
4. Functions and applications
5. Some advanced concepts (e.g. recursion, pointers and objects)
Basic algorithms using the above:
1. Matrix-vector products
2. Sorting (selection sort)
3. Searching (linear search)
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| Assessment | | Continuous Assessment | 50% | Examination Weight | 50% |
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Indicative Reading List
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The Essence of Programming Using C++ by Douglas Bell
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Programme or List of Programmes
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| AP | BSc in Applied Physics |
| PG | BSc in Physics with German |
| PHA | BSc in Physics with Astronomy |
| SCI | BSc Science International |
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