| Course code | CSCI1040 |
| Course title | Hands-on Introduction to Python Python 程序語言實用介紹 |
| Course description | This course aims to provide an intensive hands-on introduction to the Python scripting language. Topics include the basic Python language syntax, variable declaration, basic operators, programme flow and control, defining and using functions, file and operating system interface. Specific key features of the Python scripting language such as object-oriented support, high level dynamic data types, embedding within applications etc. will be highlighted. 本科旨在密集介紹高階程序設計語言 Python 。內容包括基本高階程序設計語言Python 的語法、變數申明、基本運算符、程序編寫流程及控制、函數定義及應用、文件及操作系 統接口。本科亦會介紹高階程序設計語言 Python 的特性，例如面向對象支援方法、高階動態資料型式，嵌入於應用程式等。 |
| Unit(s) | 1 |
| Course level | Undergraduate |
| Semester | 1 or 2 |
| Grading basis | Graded |
| Grade Descriptors | A/A-: EXCELLENT – exceptionally good performance and far exceeding expectation in all or most of the course learning outcomes; demonstration of superior understanding of the subject matter, the ability to analyze problems and apply extensive knowledge, and skillful use of concepts and materials to derive proper solutions. B+/B/B-: GOOD – good performance in all course learning outcomes and exceeding expectation in some of them; demonstration of good understanding of the subject matter and the ability to use proper concepts and materials to solve most of the problems encountered. C+/C/C-: FAIR – adequate performance and meeting expectation in all course learning outcomes; demonstration of adequate understanding of the subject matter and the ability to solve simple problems. D+/D: MARGINAL – performance barely meets the expectation in the essential course learning outcomes; demonstration of partial understanding of the subject matter and the ability to solve simple problems. F: FAILURE – performance does not meet the expectation in the essential course learning outcomes; demonstration of serious deficiencies and the need to retake the course. |
| Learning outcomes | 1. Be able to write, compile and execute Python programs; 2. Be able to make use of Python’s object-oriented methodology; 3. Be able to design and create applications using Python modules; 4. Be able to develop embedded applications using Python. |
| Assessment (for reference only) |
Assignment ：50% Final exam ：50% |
| Recommended Reading List | 1. Official Python web site http://www.python.org; 2. Beginners’ guide to Python http://wiki.python.org/moin/BeginnersGuide. |
| CSCIN programme learning outcomes | Course mapping |
| Upon completion of their studies, students will be able to: | |
| 1. identify, formulate, and solve computer science problems (K/S); | TP |
| 2. design, implement, test, and evaluate a computer system, component, or algorithm to meet desired needs (K/S); |
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| 3. receive the broad education necessary to understand the impact of computer science solutions in a global and societal context (K/V); | |
| 4. communicate effectively (S/V); |
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| 5. succeed in research or industry related to computer science (K/S/V); |
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| 6. have solid knowledge in computer science and engineering, including programming and languages, algorithms, theory, databases, etc. (K/S); | TP |
| 7. integrate well into and contribute to the local society and the global community related to computer science (K/S/V); | |
| 8. practise high standard of professional ethics (V); | |
| 9. draw on and integrate knowledge from many related areas (K/S/V); |
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| Remarks: K = Knowledge outcomes; S = Skills outcomes; V = Values and attitude outcomes; T = Teach; P = Practice; M = Measured | |