2018/19 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
ELEC5681M Programming
15 creditsClass Size: 160
Module manager: Dr. Marco Califano
Email: m.califano@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2018/19
This module is mutually exclusive with
| ELEC5685 |
This module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
The aim of this module is to develop competency in computer programming, using both Matlab and c.Learning outcomes
On completing this module, students will:
- understand and be able to apply basic principles of program design
- be able to use flowcharts and pseudocode as program design tools
- be competent in the use of the Matlab interface and tools
- be able to write Matlab scripts to accomplish specific numerical tasks
- be familiar with the main syntax of the c language
- be able to write c programs to accomplish specific engineering tasks
Syllabus
Matlab: introduction to Matlab; matlab commands & built-in functions.
Introduction to programming – basic program structures, generic program constructs and logic; flowcharts and pseudocode. Programming in Matlab.
Introduction to C: c-variable types, program constructs, input-output instructions, arrays, functions. Program design, debugging and testing.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Laboratory | 9 | 2.00 | 18.00 |
| Private study hours | 132.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 18.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 | ||
Private study
Private study includes preparation and work on Matlab and c-programming exercises. This work involves both private study and independent learning.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Assignment | MATLAB assignment 1 | 25.00 |
| Assignment | MATLAB assignment 2 | 25.00 |
| Assignment | C- language assignment 1 | 25.00 |
| Assignment | C-language assignment | 25.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 | |
Re-sits for ELEC modules are subject to the rules in the School’s Code of Practice on Assessment. Students should be aware that, for some modules, a re-sit may only be conducted on an internal basis (with tuition) in the next academic session.
Reading list
There is no reading list for this moduleLast updated: 28/09/2018
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