Python 1

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Oct 24, 2024 | 181 words | 2 min read

5. Python 1#

In this module students will be introduced to the Python programming environment, learn to create, save and run script files, and perform simple mathematical operations in the file. The intent of this module is to get comfortable with the Python environment and learn basic operations within script files.

Topics Covered

  • Introduction to Python

  • Simple math in Python

  • Data types in Python

  • Input and output to the screen in Python

  • Math library in Python

Learning Objectives and Course Outcomes

At the end of this module, you will be able to:

  • Create a Python script file

  • Save and run a Python Script file

  • Perform simple mathematical operations in Python

  • Use variables from at least three different data types

  • Use inputs from the screen in a Python script

  • Output data to the screen in a Python script

These learning objectives are directly connected to the following Course Outcomes:

CO 2.1:

Contribute to team products and discussions.

CO 3.1:

Communicate engineering concepts, ideas and decisions effectively and professionally in diverse ways such as written, visual and oral.

CO 4.1:

Develop code solutions that address engineering questions and follow professional programming standards.

CO 4.3:

Create adaptable, reusable programming routines.