Unit details
SIT102 - Introduction to Programming
| Offered at: | (B, G, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 2 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | J Wells |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | MSC211 |
| Contact hours: | 2 x 1 hour lecture per week, 1 x 1 hour online tutorial per week, 1 x 2 hour practical per week. |
| Note: Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit explores the relationship between computer program code and the software systems that are generated from them. Students experience developing simple software in the context of laboratory-based practicals and individual assignment tasks. They explore and use a variety of data types including arrays and structures, and elementary flow control including function calls, alternation and iteration. They examine I/O in which software interacts with simple text files and users via console and GUI components.
Assessment
Examination 50%, 2 x assignments (10%, 15%) 25%, practical assessment 25%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Student Contribution Rate*** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1006 | $1006 | $1006 | $2587 | $2714 |
* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.
