INTRODUCTION

This is an introductory Python programming course which provides a strong foundation that would allow students to further their skills with additional education. The course begins with an overview of Python and quickly has students building simple applications. Python syntax, including function and module design is considered. File consumption and exception handling are also included early in the class. In addition, there is an examination of using different data types. Toward the end of the course fundamental object-oriented concepts are addressed, as well as database connectivity and GUI (graphical user interface) development.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is intended for new developers or developers who wish to transition to the Python platform. For those that are new, Python makes an excellent first programming language

DURATION

10 days

PREREQUISITES

Before attending this course, it is recommended that students:

• Have basic computer navigation skills
• Prior programming experience is not necessary, but it can help to put these topics in perspective

COURSE LEVEL: Intermediate

COURSE OBJECTIVES

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Understand the different types of Python applications
• Recognize source code for a console application
• Use the interactive shell
• Manage source files
• Fix both syntax and runtime errors
• Compile and run a program
• Code statements, add comments, and organize code into functions
• Name and assign values to variables
• Author expressions
• Include special characters
• Use predefined Python functions
• Use relational and logical operators
• Code and nest if statements
• Use loops
• Create and call functions
• Provide arguments for functions
• Use standard modules
• Plan functions in a program with hierarchy charts
• Gain techniques for debugging more easily, including setting breakpoints
• Create, sort, and use lists of one or multiple dimensions
• Create and use tuples
• Read, write, and manage files – both text and binary
• Work, in great detail, with various string, numeric, and date/time types
• Define a custom class
• Create objects based on a custom class
• Use proper encapsulation within a class definition
• Define and establish an inheritance relationship between classes
• Implement polymorphism
• Understand relational database organization
• Use SQL to retrieve or manipulate data
• Use SQLite to connect and interact with a database
• Test database code and handle exceptions
• Create a GUI (graphical user interface), including a root window
• Handle graphical events such as a button click
• Visually lay out graphical components in a grid

COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1: An introduction to Python

• Introduction to Python
• How to use IDLE to develop programs

Module 2: How to write your first program

• Basic coding skills
• How to work with data types and variables
• How to work with numeric data
• How to work with string data
• How to use five of the Python functions

Module 3 :How to code control statements

• How to code boolean expressions
• How to code the selection structure
• How to use the iteration structure

Module 4: How to define and use functions and modules

• How to define and use functions
• More skills for defining and using functions
• How to create and use modules
• How to use standard modules
• How to plan the functions of a program

Module 5: How to test and debug a program

• An introduction to testing and debugging
• Four techniques for testing and debugging
• How to use the IDLE debugger

Module 6: How to work with lists and tuples

• Basic skills for working with lists
• How to work with a list of lists
• More skills for working with lists
• How to work with tuples

Module 7: How to work with file I/0

• An introduction to file I/O
• How to use text files
• How to use CSV files
• How to use binary files

Module 8: How to handle exceptions

• How to handle a single exception
• How to handle multiple exceptions

Module 9: How to work with numbers

• Basic skills for working with numbers
• How to format numbers
• How to work with decimal numbers

Module 10: How to work with strings

• Basic skills for working with strings
• How to split and join strings

Module 11: How to work with dates and times

• How to get started with dates and times
• More skills for working with dates and times

Course Administration Details:

METHODOLOGY

The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprises of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professional and trainers in these fields.

All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English. The participants should be reasonably proficient in English.

ACCREDITATION

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

TRAINING VENUE

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments and lunch.

All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

ACCOMMODATION AND AIRPORT PICKUP

Accommodation and airport pickup are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Email:[email protected] or [email protected]  

Mob: +254 715 077 817 or +250 789 621 067

TAILOR- MADE

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location.

For further inquiries, please contact us on Tel: +254 715 077 817 or +250 789 621 067

Mob: +254 792516000, +254 792516010, +250 789 621 067 or mail [email protected] or [email protected]

PAYMENT

Payment should be transferred to IRES account through bank on or before course start date.

Send proof of payment to [email protected]  or [email protected]

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