Programming for Engineers (H8007Z)
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Programming for Engineers
Module H8007Z
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)
Module Outline
This module provides students with an introduction to computer programming. The students will study C/C++ programming and Matlab in this module. C is the most common programming language in engineering, it is used for data acquisition, robotic control and programming embedded processors. C++ is the most powerful object-oriented programming language, which helps students to improve their programming productivity. Matlab is a very useful computational tool, and can be used to solve and simulate engineering problems.
The delivery of this module is split over the two semesters with C programming in the first semester and C++/Matlab in the second semester.
Module learning outcomes
Working knowledge and understanding of the fundamental principles of structured programming
Ability to demonstrate a pseudo-code implementation to an algorithm or programming problem
Solid understanding of Matlab programming in solving real world problems
Solid understanding of object-oriented programming in improving the productivity
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Unseen Examination | Semester 2 Assessment Week 3 | 40.00% |
| Coursework | 60.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Practical Assessment | A2 Week 1 | 8.34% |
| Practical Assessment | VACATION Week 3 | 8.34% |
| Software Exercise | T2 Week 5 | 16.66% |
| Software Exercise | A2 Week 1 | 16.66% |
| Practical Assessment | A2 Week 2 | 8.34% |
| Practical Assessment | VACATION Week 2 | 8.34% |
| Software Exercise | T2 Week 8 | 16.66% |
| Software Exercise | T2 Week 11 | 16.66% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
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Prof Junqiang Liu
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