Coding Fundamentals Using Python
Course #:
PROG
4-671
Division:
Engineering & Technology
Department:
Computer Programming
Suggested Age:
10-14
Prerequisites:
10wpm typing speed
Course Description:
Learn to code with the power of Python! This is a fun interactive style class that will teach the fundamentals of coding. Students will be taught coding concepts by creating programs through activities such as art, games, puzzles, data graphing, and applications. Students will learn how to write and solve programs through coding concepts, such as variables, data types, and loops. There will be weekly exercises and fun hands-on projects throughout the year. Each concept gets more difficult as their skills grow and is accompanied by real world samples that are applied and explained.
Python is a typed, command-line programming language and is one of the most popular and used programming languages in the world. No prior experience is needed.
Course requirements: Students must have a laptop computer with Windows 10 or later that they can use for the entire year and bring to class each week. A book is also required to purchase. Python is a free program so there is no cost associated.
Curriculum/Materials:
Python Programming for Beginners: A Kid's Guide to Coding Fundamentals
Course Supplement will be handed out from instructor.