“By creating we think, by living we learn” Patrick Geddes
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*this stand-alone module can be used towards advanced entry to Bachelor Degrees in Computing
| Start date(s): | October/January/June |
| Academic School: | School of Computing |
| How to apply: | Application forms can be downloaded from the relevant course page Java Online (CPD) or Java Online (Advanced Entry) on the School of Computing website. |
Fees: £195
This online module aims to provide an introduction to object-oriented programming using the Java programming language to participants who already have some (other) programming experience.
Java Online is only available by distance learning, and participants can be local or based anywhere across the world.
The School of Computing provides a distinctive, balanced and enjoyable learning environment, matched to the future needs of both society and the computing field. Our degree portfolio includes undergraduate degrees in Applied Computing, Interactive Media Design and E-Commerce Computing, plus postgraduate Masters degrees in Computing with a range of specialisations, Intelligent Computational Systems, and Information Technology and International Business. For both face-to-face and distance learning courses, we work hard to create online learning communities of students.
The multi-disciplinary School has an international reputation in computer support for older and disabled people, healthcare computing, space systems and interaction design. All these areas of research have been developed through strong, long-term relationships with other leading academic institutions worldwide, and in collaboration with professional and industrial partners. The School is also active in commercialising its research, with several recent spin out companies fostering an entrepreneurial atmosphere.
The syllabus is divided into six units, each of which lasts for 10 or 11 days. Material is taught using a combination of self-presenting powerpoints, quizzes, tutorials and example programs. Each unit concludes with a piece of assessed work.
Up to ten hours a unit should be set aside in order to complete the module. This may vary depending on your prior experience or methods of working. Within this time, at least three hours should be spent working online.
There are five items of assessed coursework, one at the end of each unit, and a final project, plus an online test.
The module is supported by a tutor who is available via email and discussion board, and who runs regular web conferences.
Students are expected to have some programming experience, but no previous knowledge of object-oriented programming or Java is required.
Participants need regular access to a computer on which they can install software, access to the Internet, and the University of Dundee VLE - Blackboard. The software required to develop and run Java programs will be supplied.
To request further information, please contact:
Dr Iain Martin
School of Computing
Queen Mother Building
University of Dundee
Dundee
DD1 4HN
UK
Telephone: 01382 388 833 (from the UK)
Telephone: +44 1382 388 833 (from outside the UK)
Fax: 01382 385 509 (from the UK)
Fax: +44 1382 385 509 (from outside the UK)
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