Choice and loops, manipulation of variable values, simple computing instructions, and extraction of data from lists.
The structure of computer pictures, connection between software and hardware, indication of numbers of bits and bytes with prefix (k, M, G, T), the hardware components processor, memory, router and network.
The structure of the Internet. The relation between analogue and digital and transfer between them. Basic computer security (passwords, phishing, malware).
DD1010 Introduction to programming and computer knowledge 4.0 credits
Take the first step into the exciting world of programming and computer science. The "Introduction to Programming and computer knowledge" course is the perfect foundation for those who want to understand the basics of programming and build a solid knowledge base.
Give yourself the necessary skills to meet the technological challenges ahead. Start your journey with a basic programming and computer science course today!
Information per course offering
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Information for Autumn 2024 Start 26 Aug 2024 single courses students
- Course location
KTH Campus
- Duration
- 26 Aug 2024 - 23 Oct 2024
- Periods
- P1 (4.0 hp)
- Pace of study
33%
- Application code
10133
- Form of study
Distance Daytime
- Language of instruction
Swedish
- Course memo
- Number of places
1 - 100
- Target group
Non-programme students
- Planned modular schedule
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- Schedule
- Part of programme
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Please note that Students not located in Sweden may have problems attending a course at KTH.
You could meet obstacles if you're required to pay fees or if you do not have a Swedish Mobile BankID.
Contact
Olle Bälter (ob1@kth.se)
Course syllabus as PDF
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Course syllabus DD1010 (Spring 2024–)Headings with content from the Course syllabus DD1010 (Spring 2024–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After passing the course, the student should be able to:
- explain how simple scripts in a scripting language work
- explain the function of the main hardware components of a computer
in order to receive a good insight in what programming is and basic knowledge about computers and digitisation.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
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Equipment
Computer with modern browser. Large parts can be done perfectly on a smartphone.
Literature
Included in the online material.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
P, F
Examination
- DAT1 - Computer test, 4.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
This course does not belong to any Main field of study.
Education cycle
First cycle
Add-on studies
No information inserted
Contact
Olle Bälter (ob1@kth.se)
Supplementary information
Answers to common questions can be found on this page.