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Introduction to Computer Programming

University of London

Micro-CredentialCIP: 11.0201

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An introductory course on the basics of computer programming.

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningComplex Problem SolvingActive LearningJudgment and Decision MakingProgrammingSpeakingWritingSystems AnalysisMonitoringInstructingLearning StrategiesOperations AnalysisSystems EvaluationQuality Control Analysis

Knowledge

Computers and ElectronicsEnglish LanguageMathematicsCustomer and Personal ServiceEngineering and TechnologyDesignCommunications and MediaEducation and TrainingPsychologyTelecommunications

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningInformation OrderingNear VisionProblem SensitivityWritten ExpressionInductive ReasoningSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityFluency of IdeasOriginalityCategory Flexibility

Tasks

  • Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
  • Compile, administer, and grade examinations or assign this work to others.
  • Prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate or graduate students on topics such as programming, da
  • Balance and adjust gameplay experiences to ensure the critical and commercial success of the product
  • Devise missions, challenges, or puzzles to be encountered in game play.
  • Create core game features, including storylines, role-play mechanics, and character biographies for
  • Troubleshoot program and system malfunctions to restore normal functioning.
  • Provide staff and users with assistance solving computer-related problems, such as malfunctions and
  • Test, maintain, and monitor computer programs and systems, including coordinating the installation o
  • Write supporting code for Web applications or Web sites.
  • Design, build, or maintain Web sites, using authoring or scripting languages, content creation tools
  • Back up files from Web sites to local directories for instant recovery in case of problems.
  • Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, output, online screen, or content.
  • Document software defects, using a bug tracking system, and report defects to software developers.
  • Develop testing programs that address areas such as database impacts, software scenarios, regression
  • Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost
  • Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures, programming, or documentation.
  • Confer with systems analysts, engineers, programmers and others to design systems and to obtain info
  • Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowled
  • Correct errors by making appropriate changes and rechecking the program to ensure that the desired r
  • Perform or direct revision, repair, or expansion of existing programs to increase operating efficien
  • Back up network data.
  • Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
  • Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.

Technology

Development environment softwareDocument management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareVideo creation and editing softwareObject or component oriented development softwareWord processing softwareData base user interface and query softwareWeb page creation and editing softwareWeb platform development softwareComputer based training softwareProject management softwareTransaction security and virus protection softwareOperating system softwareConfiguration management software

Tools

Carousel slide projectorsCompact digital camerasCompact disk CD playersComputer data input scannersComputer laser printersComputer projectorsConference telephonesDesktop computersDigital calculatorsDigital video disk DVD playersDigital video editorsHandheld microphonesHandheld videocamerasInteractive whiteboard controllersInteractive whiteboardsAudioconferencing systemsLaptop computersPersonal computersSmart phonesTablet computersVideo gaming equipmentApplication serversUniversal serial bus USB flash drivesWeb serversComputer network routersComputer serversDigital camerasDirectory serversFlash disksGraphics processing unit GPU

Work Values

AchievementIndependenceWorking ConditionsRecognitionRelationshipsSupport
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary25-1021.00
  • Video Game Designers15-1255.01
  • Web and Digital Interface Designers15-1255.00
  • Web Developers15-1254.00
  • Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers15-1253.00
  • Software Developers15-1252.00
  • Computer Programmers15-1251.00
  • Computer Network Support Specialists15-1231.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Micro-Credential)

  • Course syllabi and homework assignments — draft and organize under faculty mentorship for an introductory undergraduate computer science course.
  • Lecture content on foundational topics such as programming basics and data structures — prepare and deliver with guidance from senior colleagues in a postsecondary classroom setting.
  • Student assignments and laboratory exercises — evaluate and apply provided grading rubrics under supervisory review in a university computer science department.
  • Examination materials — administer and collect using established departmental protocols, forwarding grading to the supervising instructor as directed.
  • Student attendance records and grade entries — maintain accurately in the institution's learning management system under periodic audit by department staff.
  • Current computer science literature and conference proceedings — read and summarize to support awareness of emerging developments in the field.
  • Scheduled office hours — hold consistently to respond to undergraduate student questions on coursework and basic programming concepts.
  • Word processing and course management software — use to produce course handouts, upload materials, and communicate assignment instructions to enrolled students.
  • Existing course content and instructional materials — review and flag potential updates for supervising faculty during curriculum planning discussions.
  • Active listening and questioning techniques — apply when engaging students during classroom discussions on software design concepts in a structured lecture environment.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

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