Computing in Python II: Control Structures
This course is part of Introduction to Python Programming Professional Certificate.
This course builds on basic Python knowledge to teach fundamental programming control structures. Students learn to write complex programs using conditionals for decision-making, loops for repeated tasks, functions for code reusability, and error handling for robust applications. Through practical examples and hands-on coding exercises, participants develop the ability to create sophisticated programs that can perform calculations, data analysis, and logical operations. The course combines theoretical concepts with immediate practical application through short video lectures and interactive programming challenges.
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What you'll learn
Master foundational control structures in Python programming
Implement conditional statements for complex decision making
Utilize loops to create efficient repetitive operations
Develop reusable code through function creation and implementation
Handle errors effectively in Python programs
Create practical applications using multiple control structures
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
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Graded assignments, Coding problems, Multiple choice questions
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course focuses on mastering control structures in Python programming. Students learn to implement complex program logic through conditionals, loops, functions, and error handling. The curriculum emphasizes practical application through hands-on coding exercises and real-world examples. Each concept is taught through short video lectures followed by interactive programming challenges, allowing students to immediately apply their learning. The course structure enables learners to build increasingly sophisticated programs, from basic decision-making to complex computational tasks.
Control Structures
Module 1
Conditionals
Module 2
Loops
Module 3
Functions
Module 4
Error Handling
Module 5
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Introduction to Python Programming Professional Certificate
Instructor
Executive Director of Online Education & OMSCS and Senior Research Associate
David Joyner is a distinguished leader in online education who serves as Executive Director of Online Education & OMSCS at Georgia Tech's College of Computing. With a Ph.D. in human-centered computing, he has made significant contributions to educational technology and AI-enhanced learning. His research focuses on leveraging artificial intelligence for student support, building vibrant online communities in large classes, and developing sustainable interactive learning materials. As an educator, he teaches five online courses reaching over 3,000 students per semester, while his published work includes over 50 papers and three books on online learning and computer science education. His excellence in online teaching has been recognized through multiple awards, including the 2022 College of Computing Outstanding Faculty Leadership Award and the 2019 USG Regents' Teaching Excellence Award. As chair of the ACM Learning @ Scale conference steering committee, he continues to shape the future of technology-mediated education at scale
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