Unit name | Software Development: Programming and Algorithms |
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Unit code | EMATM0048 |
Credit points | 20 |
Level of study | M/7 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
Unit director | Dr. Abdallah |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | School of Engineering Mathematics and Technology |
Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
The aim of this unit is to provide students with a broad introduction to algorithm design and analysis, essential programming skills (taught in the Python programming language), and contemporary software development and engineering practices.
These core skills are required in order to be able to understand, implement and apply data science techniques across all other units of the programme.
On successful completion of the unit, students will be able to:
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions, including lectures, practical activities and self-directed exercises.
Coursework (100%) - 1 Summative Assessment that will assess all ILOs on a selection of different programming tasks.
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How much time the unit requires
Each credit equates to 10 hours of total student input. For example a 20 credit unit will take you 200 hours
of study to complete. Your total learning time is made up of contact time, directed learning tasks,
independent learning and assessment activity.
See the Faculty workload statement relating to this unit for more information.
Assessment
The Board of Examiners will consider all cases where students have failed or not completed the assessments required for credit.
The Board considers each student's outcomes across all the units which contribute to each year's programme of study. If you have self-certificated your absence from an
assessment, you will normally be required to complete it the next time it runs (this is usually in the next assessment period).
The Board of Examiners will take into account any extenuating circumstances and operates
within the Regulations and Code of Practice for Taught Programmes.