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Module Title	Introduction to Programming
Module Code	CA146
School	School of Computing
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Module Co-ordinator	Dr Darragh O'Brien	Office Number	L2.35
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The aim of this module is to introduce the student to basic programming concepts.

Learning Outcomes

1. Write programs that use control statements to coordinate problem solving
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3. Decompose a problem's solution into functions
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5. Use a debugger to trace program control flow and inspect data values
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Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	12	Classroom lecture
Laboratory	24	Computer labs
Independent Study	89	Independent learning
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

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Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	50%	Examination Weight	50%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
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Indicative Reading List