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Overview
This Programming for Everybody - Getting Started with Python course offered by Coursera in partnership with University of Michigan aims to teach everyone the basics of programming computers using Python. We cover the basics of how one constructs a program from a series of simple instructions in Python.
The course has no pre-requisites and avoids all but the simplest mathematics. Anyone with moderate computer experience should be able to master the materials in this course. This course will cover Chapters 1-5 of the textbook “Python for Everybody”. Once a student completes this course, they will be ready to take more advanced programming courses. This course covers Python 3.
What You Will Learn
- Describe the basics of the Python programming language
- Install Python and write your first program
- Use variables to store, retrieve and calculate information
- Utilize core programming tools such as functions and loops
Skills you'll gain
- Algorithms
- Computer Programming
- Computer Programming Tools
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Python Programming
- Software Engineering
- Theoretical Computer Science
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Chapter One - Why we Program?
- Installing and Using Python
- Chapter One: Why We Program (continued)
- Chapter Two: Variables and Expressions
- Chapter Three: Conditional Code
- Chapter Four: Functions
- Chapter Five: Loops and Iteration
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 14 days
- 10 hrs/week
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
Campus Location
- Mountain View, United States
Disciplines
Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 330 other Short Courses in Software Engineering in United StatesWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- Beginner level
- No prior experience required
Tuition Fees
Additional Details
Course is free for the first 7 days. After 7 days, the course can be accessed with the Coursera Plus Subscription
Funding
Coursera provides financial aid to learners who cannot afford the fee. Apply for it by clicking on the Financial Aid link beneath the "Enroll" button on the left. You'll be prompted to complete an application and will be notified if you are approved. You'll need to complete this step for each course in the Specialization, including the Capstone Project.
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