Learn the basics of computer programming and write your first programme in Python! As one of the easiest programming languages to pick up, Python makes a great entry point for beginners. With this course, master the basics of computer programming in a language widely embraced by top companies like Google and Netflix.
In this foundational course, you will learn the essentials of Python and key programming concepts such as data types and variables, file handling, functions and many more. Then, apply these skills to help you write your very own computer program in Python.
Participants are to bring their own laptop for hands-on exercises.
The course trainer will share the installation setup files for Python and the source code editor in the class.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will have learnt about:
data types and variables
expressions and statements
·operators
input / output
decision making and repetition
strings, lists, tuples, dictionaries
handling of files (text files, spreadsheets)
functions, modules and packages
Who should attend?
General public or individuals with keen interest in learning computer programming.
Entry Requirement
Basic IT literacy. No prior knowledge of programming is needed for this course.
Certification
Participants will be awarded a certificate of completion upon meeting the 75% course attendance requirement.
For courses with assessment component, participants will be awarded the certification of completion upon passing the assessment. Otherwise, a certification of attendance will be issued instead upon meeting the 75% course attendance requirement.
Trainer's Profile
Jason Lim graduated from National University of Singapore with a Master of Science in Computer Science under the Singapore-MIT Alliance, in collaboration with Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He has more than 12 years of experience in mobile apps development, currently engaged in ubiquitous computing projects, focusing on the Android platform..
Please click on the "Register" button to view the updated course schedule and fees on the Skills Training & Enhancement Portal (STEP).
Please click on the "Register" button to view the updated course schedule and fees on the Skills Training & Enhancement Portal (STEP).