Introduction to Computational Thinking and Data Science

Live Online · Semester 1 Core Course

Course code: INTR-CADS
Prerequisites: None

This course introduces computational thinking, programming and the foundations of data science. Students learn to solve practical problems using basic data structures, C++ and Python, with an introduction to databases, data analytics and machine learning.

This Semester 1 course is included in the Bioinformatics & Computational Sciences Diploma. For the upcoming cohort, access is provided through diploma enrolment in My Learning.

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Key topics and learning outcomes

• Understand computing, computer software and hardware.
• Apply computational thinking and problem-solving approaches.
• Write small programs and use basic data structures.
• Understand database and systems analysis fundamentals.
• Use Python for data analytics and bioinformatics basics.
• Understand the foundations of data mining and machine learning.

Assessment and completion

• Quizzes: 40%
• Assessments: 60%
• No final project
• Overall passing grade: 60%
• All mandatory components must be completed.
• One reassessment or resubmission opportunity is available for a failed mandatory assessment.

Live-online learning

Upcoming Zoom Session → Live Lecture → Recording → Materials → Quiz / Assessment.

Lecture recordings are available to enrolled students after live sessions through My Learning, alongside lecture materials and assessments. Session dates and joining details will be added when the academic schedule is confirmed.