NONC08151A

Coding in Python

Non-accredited Short Course

Develop your skills in information communications technology by learning the Python programming language.

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Course overview

Develop your skills in information communications technology (ICT) by learning the Python programming language. According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working in ICT is growing very strongly. This growing industry is expected to have around 80,000 job openings over the next five years.

Stand out from the crowd by learning Python programming language and skills. You will learn everything from the basics to Boolean values, conditional execution, loops, lists and bitwise operations. You will also delve further into Python modules, packages, strings and exceptions.

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COURSE CODE: NONC08151A

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Important information

This course is a great place to start learning Python – no prior programming knowledge is required.
It is split into two parts, preparing you for two certifications:

Part 1 (PE1: 35 hours) prepares you for PCEP – Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer Certification.
Part 2 (PE2: 40 hours) prepares you for PCAP – Certified Associate in Python Programming Certification.
Validate your competency through completion of the formative quiz.

You'll learn these core skills:

Think algorithmically – how to analyse and translate a problem for a computer to process.
Design, develop, and improve multi-module computer programs.
Analyse and model real-life problems in Object-Oriented Programming categories.
Understand a programmer's work in the software development process.
Learn how a program is executed in a computer environment.
Gain skills to create and develop your own programming portfolio.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.