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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
The University of Edinburgh and University ORT Uruguay provide the Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming programme in conjunction with Coursera. Global leaders in online learning, these institutes offer the beginner-level course to individuals getting started with programming. Candidates enjoy a comfortable and comprehensive curriculum throughout the certification course.
Moreover, the modules of the Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming online course is spread across five weeks, which candidates can finish in approximately twelve hours. You can also practice your concepts straightway on Scratch and make the most of the certification course. Besides, the instructors for the course are Dr. Areti Manataki ( Teaching and Research Fellow at The University of Edinburgh) and Ines Friss de Kerreki (PhD at University ORT Uruguay).
The Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming course is perfect for coders who are just starting since the certification course comprises understandable and accessible lectures with exciting assignments. Upon successful course completion, you will also receive a course completion certificate.
The Highlights
- 100% online classes
- Lectures in English
- Flexible deadlines
- Fast completion (approximately 12 hours)
- Introductory level course
- Subtitles available in English, Arabic, Portuguese (Brazilian), Chinese (Simplified), French, Spanish, Russian
- Shareable certificate
- Financial Aid available
Programme Offerings
- Certificate
- discussion forum
- email updates
- Financial Assistance
- Course Completion in Approximately 12 Hours
- Shareable Certificate
- Graded Programming Assignments.
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Fees Informations | Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|---|
| INR 2435 | yes | Coursera |
Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming course fee structure
Enrollment Options | Fee |
Audit Only | Free |
Paid Mode (A course completion certificate with full access to course contents, and assignments) | Rs 2,435 |
Eligibility Criteria
Besides, if you opt for the paid mode, you will receive a certificate after completing the Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming certification course. In case you are only auditing, you can upgrade and purchase the certificate at any time during the course duration.
What you will learn
On completing all the modules of the Code Yourself! In an Introduction to Programming course, you will have:
- Learn programming on an easy-to-use visual programming language, Scratch
- Basic computing principles
- Thought process like a software engineer
Who it is for
Admission Details
To apply for the Code Yourself! In an Introduction to Programming course, you must follow the steps mentioned below:
Step 1. Go to the Coursera homepage.
Step 2. Look for the Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming course.
Step3. Choose the ‘Enrol for Free’ option.
Step 4. As you click on the button, a prompt for sign-up will appear. Use your email ID or Google account to sign up.
Step 5. Finally, pay the fee if you plan to purchase the course and want to get a shareable certificate on completing the course. Or else, you can choose to audit for free.
Application Details
You can sign up for the Code Yourself! An Introduction to Programming course by Coursera for free with the help of your Gmail or other Google accounts. You can choose the type of enrolment you want and receive access to course content accordingly.
The Syllabus
Videos
- Welcome to Code Yourself!
- About the Course
- Algorithms and Sequence
- Representing Algorithms
- Precision and Assumptions
- Introduction to Scratch
- Options for Using Scratch
- Programming in Scratch
- Selection
- Selection in Scratch
- Conditions within Selection
- Iteration: Infinite Loops
- Balloon Party! Changing the looks of our Sprites
- Modifying Programs in Scratch
- Blow the Clouds Away!
- A Movie with Two Characters
- Summary
- Interview with an Informatics Researcher
- Interview with an Audiovisual Producer (Spanish with English subtitles)
Readings
- Syllabus
- Course Logistics
- How to use the Discussion Forums
- Course Team
- Copyright
- Resources for Unit 1
Assignment
- Quiz 1
Videos
- Introduction
- Count-controlled Loops
- Condition-controlled Loops
- Recreating a Tune
- Music Video
- Drawing Squares
- Birthday Card - Butterfly Behaviour
- Birthday Card - Cake Behaviour
- Birthday Card - Extend with If-then-else
- Birthday Card - Extend with Sounds
- Face Effects with Event-driven Programming
- Software Design
- Cut the Fruit!
- Software Requirements
- Helicopter Game Design
- Helicopter Game Implementation
- Summary
- Interview with a Software Engineer (Spanish with English subtitles)
- Interview with an Architect
Reading
- Resources for Unit 2
Assignment
- Quiz 2
Videos
- Introduction
- Helicopter Game Extension with Variables
- Analysing the Pong Game
- Modifying Pong with Complex Conditions
- Modifying Pong into Pizza Pong
- Modifying Pong into a Penalty Shootout Game
- Guess the Number!
- A Flower Garden with Nested Loops
- Summary
- Interview on Football-playing Robots
- Interview with a Biotechnologist (Spanish with English subtitles)
Readings
- Resources for Unit 3
- How-to guide for peer-reviewed projects
Assignment
- Quiz 3
Peer Review
- Project 1
Videos
- Introduction
- Catch the Mouse with Procedures
- Generalising a Program for Drawing Squares
- Staircase
- Hunting Ghosts with Cloning
- Fireworks
- A Modular Program for Bursting Bubbles
- Wave
- Summary
- Interview on Entrepreneurship and Programming (Spanish with English subtitles)
- Interview with a Jewelry Designer
Reading
- Resources for Unit 4
Assignment
- Quiz 4
Videos
- Introduction
- Zombie Game: Requirements and Interface Design
- Zombie Game: Code Design
- Zombie Game: Implementation of the Interface, Broom and Zombie
- Zombie Game: Implementation of the Zombie Clones & Message Broadcasting
- Zombie Game: Implementation of the Backdrop and Flower
- Zombie Game: Implementation of Invasion and Extensions
- Sharing your Projects in Scratch & Links with Python
- Summary
- Interview with a Computer Science Student
- Interview with a Game Developer (Spanish with English subtitles)
Readings
- Resources for Unit 5
- Post-Course Survey
Assignment
- Quiz 5
Peer Review
- Project 2
Instructors
The University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Access to course content depends on the type of enrolment. If you choose the audit mode, you can get the maximum course materials for free. If you wish to access graded assignments and get a course completion certificate, you will need to purchase the same, either during, or after your audit.
On enrolment, you can access all the courses which are a part of the course. On successful completion of the course, you can add the electronic Certificate to the Accomplishments page. You can also print the Certificate or link it with your LinkedIn profile.
All the course videos are available in English. However, candidates will receive access to subtitles in languages such as French, Arabic, Spanish, Russian, and more.
Yes, you can audit the course free of cost by simply signing up on Coursera.
The course is flexible. You can reset the deadlines and have the flexibility to complete the assignments at your convenience. You can start the course immediately or plan the study schedule according to your convenience.