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Computer Programming

Key information

  • Module code:

    4CCYB040

  • Level:

    4

  • Semester:

      Autumn

  • Credit value:

    15

Module description

This module will provide you with a good understanding of the fundamental concepts of computer programming. Practical skills will be learnt using the MATLAB software package, focusing on the procedural programming paradigm.

As well as learning how to program, you can also learn about some of the famous figures from the history of computer programming by checking out the section on Famous Computer Programmers.

Assessment details

Type Title Weighting (%) Summative/ Formative
Coursework CW: Take-home assignment 100 Summative

Educational aims & objectives

This module will provide you with a good understanding of the fundamental concepts of procedural computer programming. Practical skills will be learnt using the Matlab software package.

Learning outcomes

After this module you should be able to:

  • Analyse problems and apply structured design methods to produce elegant and efficient program designs
  • Implement a program design making good use of MATLAB programming features, including control structures, functions and advanced data types

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Please note that modules with a practical component will be capped due to educational requirements, which may mean that we cannot guarantee a place to all students who elect to study this module.

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