This paper introduces computer programming in C# - the exciting challenge of creating software and designing artificial worlds within the computer. It also covers concepts such as the internals of the home computer, the history and future of computers, cyber security, computer gaming, databases, mobile computing and current research and challenges in computer science. No prior programming knowledge is assumed.
Paper Information
| Points: | 15.0 |
|---|---|
| Internal assessment / examination: | COMPX101-24A (HAM) 67:33 or 33:67, 24A (NET) 100:0, 24B (HAM) 67:33 or 33:67, 24B (HWC) 100:0, 24B (SEC) 100:0, 24X (HNU) 67:33 or 33:67, 24X (ZUC) 10 |
| Restriction(s): | COMP103 |
Note: The practical programme must be completed to the satisfaction of the Convenor.
HNU occurrences of this paper are exclusively for Hainan University students. Please contact the Division of Health, Engineering, Computing and Science for more information.
HWC occurrences of this paper are exclusively for International Diploma students. Please contact the University of Waikato College for more information.
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Trimesters and Locations
| Occurrence Code | When taught | Where taught |
|---|---|---|
| 24A (HAM) | A Trimester : 26 Feb 2024 - 23 Jun 2024 | Hamilton |
| 24A (NET) | A Trimester : 26 Feb 2024 - 23 Jun 2024 | Online |
| 24B (HAM) | B Trimester : 8 Jul 2024 - 3 Nov 2024 | Hamilton |
| 24B (HWC) | B Trimester : 8 Jul 2024 - 3 Nov 2024 | Hamilton Waikato College |
| 24B (SEC) | B Trimester : 8 Jul 2024 - 3 Nov 2024 | Secondary School - Unistart |
| 24X (HNU) | X Teaching period : 26 Feb 2024 - 14 Jul 2024 | Hainan University, Haikou, China |
| 24X (ZUC) | X Teaching period : 9 Sep 2024 - 12 Jan 2025 | Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China |
Timetabled Lectures for Introduction to Programming (COMPX101)
| Day | Start | End | Room | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMPX101-24A (HAM) | ||||
| Tue | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | L.G.01 | Feb 26 - Jun 2 |
| Wed | 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM | L.G.01 | Feb 26 - Jun 2 |
| Thu | 3:00 PM | 4:00 PM | L.G.02 | Feb 26 - Jun 2 |
| COMPX101-24B (HAM) | ||||
| Tue | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | L.G.05 | Jul 8 - Oct 13 |
| Thu | 4:00 PM | 5:00 PM | L.G.04 | Jul 8 - Oct 13 |
| Fri | 1:00 PM | 2:00 PM | L.G.04 | Jul 8 - Oct 13 |
| COMPX101-24B (HWC) | ||||
| Mon | 10:00 AM | 12:00 PM | MSB.1.13 | Jul 8 - Oct 13 |
| Wed | 12:00 PM | 1:00 PM | MSB.0.01 | Jul 8 - Oct 13 |
NB:There may be other timetabled events for this paper such as tutorials or workshops.
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Indicative Fees for Introduction to Programming (COMPX101)
| Occurrence | Domestic | International | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition | Resource | ||
| 24A (HAM) | $978 | $4604 | |
| 24A (NET) | $978 | $4604 | |
| 24B (HAM) | $978 | $4604 | |
| 24B (HWC) | $978 | $4604 | |
| 24B (SEC) | $978 | $4604 | |
| 24X (HNU) | $978 | $4604 | |
Paper Outlines
The following 2023 paper outlines are available for COMPX101. Please contact the Faculty or School office for details on 2024 outlines.
Additional Information
Available Subjects: Applied Computing | Applied Digital Communication | Communication Design | Computer Science | Data Analytics | Digital Learning | Embedded Systems | Geographic Information Systems | Interface Design | Media Design | Software Engineering
Other available years: Introduction to Programming - COMPX101 (2023) , Introduction to Programming - COMPX101 (2022) , Introduction to Programming - COMPX101 (2021) , Introduction to Programming - COMPX101 (2020) , Introduction to Programming - COMPX101 (2019) , Introduction to Computer Science - COMPX101 (2018)
Paper details current as of : 4 December 2023 11:32am
Indicative fees current as of : 7 December 2023 4:32am