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Introduction to Programming (COMP90059)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Simon D'Alfonso
dalfonso@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 2
Simon D'Alfonso
dalfonso@unimelb.edu.au
Overview
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AIMS
This subject introduces the fundamental concepts of computing programming, and how to solve simple problems using high-level procedural language, with a specific emphasis on data manipulation, transformation, and visualisation of data.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Fundamental programming constructs; fundamental data structures; abstraction; basic program structures; algorithmic problem solving; use of modules.
The subject assumes no prior knowledge of computer programming and is not suitable for students with prior programming experience.
Intended learning outcomes
On completing this subject it is expected that the student be able to:
- Develop programs that can manipulate static, structured large data using the Phython programming language
- Identify the kind of data and algorithm most appropriate for solving a given problem
- Employ basic algorithmic problem-solving techniques
- Engage in communication involving programming concepts
Generic skills
On completion of this subject, students should have developed the following skills:
- Exercise critical judgement; undertake rigorous and independent thinking
- Adopt a problem-solving approach to new and unfamiliar tasks
Last updated: 1 February 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Students enrolled in any of the following courses are not permitted to take this subject:
- Master of Information Technology
- Master of Science (Computer Science)
- Master of Software Engineering
- Master of Electrical Engineering
- Master of Mechatronics Engineering
- Master of Spatial Engineering
Students enrolled in any of the following specialisations of the Master of Engineering are not permitted to take this subject:
- Software with Business
- Electrical
- Electrical with Business
- Mechatronics
- Software
- Spatial
Students who have completed or have been exempted from any of the following subjects are not permitted to take this subject:
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
COMP10001 | Foundations of Computing |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
COMP10002 | Foundations of Algorithms |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
COMP20005 | Intro. to Numerical Computation in C |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
No longer available |
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 1 February 2024
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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10 weekly formative programming tasks to be done online (worth up to 1% each). The best 5 will contribute towards assessment %. Addressing Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO's) 1, 2, 3 and 4.
| From Week 1 to Week 11 | 5% |
One programming-based assignment, requiring approximately 8-16 hours of work. Addressing Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO's) 1 and 3.
| Week 6 | 10% |
Mid-semester test. Addressing Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO's) 1, 2 and 3.
| Week 7 | 10% |
One programming-based assignment, requiring approximately 12-20 hours of work. Addressing Intended Learning Outcomes ( ILO's) 1, 2, 3 and 4.
| Week 10 | 15% |
One 3 hour written exam. Addresses Intende Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1, 3 and 4.
| End of semester | 60% |
Additional details
Last updated: 1 February 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Simon D'Alfonso Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours One 2-hour lectures and one 1-hour tutorial per week Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
Simon D'Alfonso
dalfonso@unimelb.edu.au - Semester 2
Principal coordinator Simon D'Alfonso Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours One 2-hour lectures and one 1-hour tutorial per week Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Simon D'Alfonso
dalfonso@unimelb.edu.au
Time commitment details
200
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Last updated: 1 February 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Reading list will be circulated at the start of the pre-teaching period.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Information Systems Course Master of Science (Bioinformatics) Course Master of Science (Earth Sciences) Course Master of Geoscience Informal specialisation Earth Sciences - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 1 February 2024