Course introduction

The University of Leeds and Institute of Coding have designed this online course on computer programing.

Through this course, you’ll explore the art of computer programming and complete block-language programming exercises. What computers can do best, and how can you get the best out of them? In this course, you’ll learn about how and why people program computers.

Using an introductory block-language for coding, you’ll discover the kinds of problems that computers can help you solve. Moreover, you’ll also explore different types of coding languages and find a range of useful applications of code. After the course, you’ll implement fundamental principles you’ve learned by writing your first computer programs.

Course details:

• Course developer: University of Leeds
• Language: English
• Course provider: Future Learn
• Learning mode: Self-paced
• Subject: IT & Computer Science
• Price: Free with limited access, monthly subscription: $27.99 or buy this course: $44 one-off payment
• Certificate: Paid certificate available
• Duration: 2 weeks (2 hours/week effort)
• Start date: Available now
• Free access to this course will expire on: August 20, 2022

Course instructor:

1. Tom Armitage

A technologist and designer.

What topics will you cover?

• Important advancements in computing
• Learn what code can do.
• How to actually use programming
• Creating simple code
• Utilizing code to resolve a more difficult issue
• Learning the duties of a development team

Learning objectives

By the completion of this course, you would be able to:

• Summarize critical developments in the arrival of computer technology.
• Identify where algorithms are applied in the real world.
• Solve underlying block-language programming problems.
• Debate the roles and responsibilities involved in making software.
• Solve more advanced block language exercises with expressive solutions.
• Explain the features and benefits of text-based coding languages.

Who can enroll?

• This course is designed for people who already have digital skills but would like to create confidence in using digital technology in the workplace. This may include those studying for A-levels, those who have a degree, or those who want to boost their career prospects.
• Furthermore, the course will also be beneficial for anyone in employment who wants to heighten their digital skills or anyone going back to the workplace who’d like to gain confidence in how working practices have developed.

Course benefits

• Includes any articles, videos, peer reviews and quizzes
• A PDF Certificate of Achievement verifying your success when you’re eligible (only for self funded applicants)

How to apply?

You can apply for this course by completing a simple registration in the link.

Register Now

For further information about Free Online Course on ‘Computer Programming for Everyone’, please refer to FutureLearn’s website.

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