INTRO TO PYTHON PROGRAMMING (SECBA)

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Overview

Are you interested in coding, software development, artificial intelligence, automation, or cybersecurity? This exciting course introduces you to Python, one of the world's most popular and versatile programming languages.

Python is used by major organisations including Google, Netflix, NASA, and Microsoft for web development, data analysis, artificial intelligence, automation, and software engineering. During this course, learners will develop practical programming skills and gain the opportunity to achieve the internationally recognised IT Specialist Python (ITS-303) certification.

Students will learn how to:

Create and run Python programs
Work with variables, data types, and operators
Use decision-making and repetition structures
Create functions and reusable code
Read and write files
Debug and troubleshoot programs
Use Python libraries and modules
Develop solutions to real-world computing problems
Prepare for the IT Specialist Python Certification (ITS-303) exam

Whilst no previous programming experience is essential, applicants would benefit from:

Basic computer literacy
An interest in technology and software
Good problem-solving skills
Confidence using Windows applications and the internet

Learners with prior experience of Scratch, Blockly, Micro:bit, Python, or other coding environments may find progression easier but this is not a requirement.

The programme covers:

Operations Using Data Types and Operators

Variables and data types
Data conversion
Lists, tuples, dictionaries, and strings
Mathematical and logical operations

Flow Control

Conditional statements
Loops and iteration
Program decision-making

Input and Output Operations

User input
File handling
Reading and writing data

Code Documentation and Structure

Writing readable code
Comments and documentation
Functions and modular programming

Troubleshooting and Error Handling

Identifying errors
Debugging techniques
Exception handling

Modules and Tools

Using Python libraries
Built-in modules such as math, random, and datetime

Online IT Specialist Python Certification (ITS-303) exam.

The qualification provides an excellent foundation for further study in programming, software engineering, artificial intelligence, and data science.

Successful completion of this course can support progression into:

Software Development
Cybersecurity
Data Analytics
Artificial Intelligence
Cloud Computing
Network Engineering
Apprenticeships in Digital Technologies
Level 3 Computing and Software Development programmes

Python is recognised as one of the most in-demand programming languages across industry sectors.

Faculty of Computing, Design & Academic Studies

FacultyCDAC@src.ac.uk 028 3025 9686

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P5802SE
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Part Time
Mode of Study

Day
Class Type

17 Weeks
Duration

5.00
Hours Per Week

07/01/2027 15:00
Start Date & Time

Thu, Fri
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£0.00
Total Full Fee Per Year

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£0.00

Fees Payable Each Year

1 Available Session

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