Start Your Coding Journey with ConfidenceDo not worry if coding seems too technical; this course is perfect for beginners. It is designed for those with little or no coding experience and teaches basic programming through fun activities. You will use robotic balls and tablets to make learning interactive and enjoyable. Develop Skills in a Fun, Team EnvironmentYou will write simple programming codes and improve your problem-solving skills. Working in groups, you will tackle tasks like navigating a robotic ball through a maze. If you enjoy this, consider exploring related courses like Higher Nitec in IT Applications Development or IT Systems & Networks to further your skills.
Control the Robotic Ball with Your CodeBy the end of this module, you will be able to write programming codes to move and control a robotic ball. This hands-on experience will show you how to bring your ideas to life through coding. You will gain the confidence to tackle more complex projects in the future.Debug, Test, and Optimise for SuccessYou will learn to debug and test your codes, ensuring everything works smoothly. This skill is crucial for solving problems and improving your solutions. You will also learn to optimise your solutions, making you ready to take on challenging tasks with creativity and skill.
S/N Module Outline 1Create program logicExplain the different types of operations (Sequential; Selection; Iterative).Explain the pseudo code for the different types of logical operations (Sequential; Selection; Iterative).Write pseudo code correctly according to specifications. 2Write program codesApply and explain the following programming techniques/concepts correctly - Variables; Operators; Conditional; Loops.Write program code correctly using the correct types of logic and conditions according to specifications.Verify that the program is written in accordance with specifications. 3Test program codesDescribe the various types of errors- Syntax; Logic errors.Run the program according to specifications.