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This three-day, instructor-led course introduces students to computer programming. Students will learn the fundamental concepts and terminology of software application development and develop skills in designing and writing simple computer programs.


 
Course Outline
This three-day, instructor-led course introduces students to computer programming. Students will learn the fundamental concepts and terminology of software application development and develop skills in designing and writing simple computer programs. The course assumes no programming background and provides an overview of the software development process in addition to introducing important programming constructs and methodologies.

The course covers such topics as programming language characteristics, integrated development environments, flowcharts, algorithms and pseudocode, variables, operators, conditional statements, looping statements, procedures, error-handling and debugging, object-oriented programming techniques, user interface design, software modeling, and Extensible Markup Language (XML) Web services.

Audience
This course is intended for students who wish to:

  • Learn what software development is and what software developers do.
  • Learn programming concepts and terminology to facilitate communication with software developers.
  • Learn to read, trace, and understand simple code.
  • Learn to write, test, and debug code to solve a simple problem.
  • Evaluate their personal aptitude for career as a programmer or software developer.
  • This course is appropriate for:
  • Individuals who are contemplating a career in software development and who wish to understand the fundamentals of computer programming.
  • Professionals, such as managers and technical salespeople, who must understand programming concepts and be able to communicate with software developers.
  • End-users of productivity applications, such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Access, who want to add advanced functionality to documents and databases.
  • Web designers who want to understand how programs and scripts can make Web sites more dynamic.

Course Completion Skills:

  •   Describe a typical computer system and its critical components.
  •   Describe the software development process, its purpose, critical steps, and where programming fits in that process.
  •   Describe the purposes of programming and software development.
  •   Describe the evolution of common characteristics of, and differences among, modern programming languages.
  •   Define an integrated development environment.
  •   Describe the architectural aspects of a software application.
  •   Identify a problem that requires a programmed solution.
  •   Use common abstract methods to describe the solution concept.
  •   Implement variables.
  •   List and describe common operators.
  •   Implement conditional statements.
  •   Implement looping constructs.
  •   Implement procedures.
  •   Handle errors.
  •   Implement object-oriented programming techniques.
  •   Model an object-oriented program.
  •   Build a Windows-based application.
  •   Build a Web application.
  •   Describe XML Web services.
Course Outline Module 1 Introduction to Computer Programs
This module introduces the software development process and fundamentals of computer software. Students will learn how computer programs execute, and the types of programs that developers are generally asked to build. They will also learn about different programming languages, techniques, and technologies used by developers in the software development process.
Lessons
  • Overview of Software Development
  • Phases in the Execution of a Computer Program
  • Overview of Problem-Solving Techniques
  • Overview of Program Types

Labs

  •   Lab 1: Determining the Program Phases and Examining Them in Code
  •   Determining Program Phases
  •   Finding the Program Phases in Code

After Completing This Goal, Students will be Able To

  •   Identify the three phases in the execution of a computer program.
  •   Define computer programs and programming languages.
  •   Describe problem-solving techniques.

Module 2 Introduction to Scripting
This module introduces the concept of scripting, and shows how scripting can be used on the Web, to create macros, and in Windows. Students will also learn about Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and its use on the Web.
Lessons
  • Using Web Scripting
  • Using Macro Scripting
  • Using Windows Scripting

Labs

  •   Lab 2: Writing Scripts
  •   Creating "Hello World" with a Web Script
  •   Creating "Hello World" with a Macro
  •   Creating "Hello World" with a Windows Script

After Completing This Goal, Students will be Able To

  •   Define basic Web terms, including HTML, Web browser, Internet, client, and server.
  •   Create a simple Web page by using Notepad.
  •   Identify the use of Web scripts, macros, and Windows scripts.
  •   Describe how Web scripts work.
  •   Describe how macros work.
  •   Describe how Windows scripts work.

Module 3 Using Data and Variables
This module introduces the fundamental concepts of variables and data types, which are common to almost all programming languages. Students will learn how to implement variables to store data and how to use operators to manipulate data and variables.
Lessons
  • Using Variables
  • Using Operators
  • Using Programming Syntax

Labs

  •   Lab 3: Using Arithmetic Operators
  •   Calculating the Annual Remuneration of an Employee

After Completing This Goal, Students will be Able To

  •   Explain how to use variables.
  •   Explain how to use operators.
  •   Describe the various data types you can use to declare variables.

Module 4 Using Program Logic
This module introduces common programming constructs used in software development to control program flow. Students will learn how to implement conditional expressions and looping statements. They will also learn how to identify errors that can occur in computer programs as a result of incorrect program flow.
Lessons
  • Using Branching
  • Using Loops
  • Identifying Logic Errors

Labs

  •   Lab 4: Selecting Candidates Based on Interview Results
  •   Writing the Pseudocode

After Completing This Goal, Students will be Able To

  •   Explain how to use the IF construct.
  •   Explain how to use FOR and WHILE looping constructs.
  •   Define and identify logic errors.

Module 5 Using Procedures and Functions
This module introduces the use of procedures and functions to create more modular computer programs. Students will learn about arguments and parameters and how functions return values.
Lessons
  • Using Procedures
  • Using Functions

Labs

  •   Lab 5: Identifying Functions and Passing Arguments to a Procedure
  •   Identifying Functions
  •   Passing Arguments to a Procedure

After Completing This Goal, Students will be Able To

  •   Explain how to use procedures.
  •   Explain how to use functions.

Module 6 Introduction to Developing a User Interface
This module explains how to design user interfaces for software applications. Students will learn best practices for user interface design and learn how user interfaces are created in Microsoft Visual Studio .NET.
Lessons
  • Designing a User Interface
  • Building a User Interface

Labs

  •   Lab 6: Building a User Interface
  •   Building a Web Interface

After Completing This Goal, Students will be Able To

  •   Identify the features of a good user interface.
  •   Build Windows-based and Web-based user interfaces in Visual Studio .NET.

Module 7 Introduction to Working with Data
This module introduces the concepts of data storage and management. Students will learn about relational data, entity relationships, and primary and foreign keys. They will also learn how XML can be used to describe and structure data.
Lessons
  • Introduction to Managing Data
  • Using the Entity Relationship Model
  • Sorting Data by Using Keys
  • Using XML

After Completing This Goal, Students will be Able To

  •   Describe the methods of storing and managing data.
  •   Describe entity relationship diagrams.
  •   Identify the various keys used for sorting data.
  •   Describe XML.

Module 8 Programming Approaches
This module introduces common programming methodologies and compares procedural programming to object-oriented programming. Students will learn the advantages afforded by object-oriented programming techniques. They will also learn how classes of objects can be defined.
Lessons
  • Using the Procedural Programming Approach
  • Using the Object-Oriented Programming Approach

Labs

  •   Lab 8: Examining Classes
  •   Identifying Classes

After Completing This Goal, Students will be Able To

  •   Describe the two approaches to programming.
  •   Identify the features and advantages of object-oriented programming.

Module 9 Introduction to the Software Development Process
This module introduces the four phases of the software development lifecycle, and explains the use of the Unified Modeling Language (UML) to identify use cases and to simplify software design.
Lessons
  • Software Development Phases
  • Introduction to the Unified Modeling Language
  • Developing Use-Case Diagrams
  • Examining Other UML Diagrams

Labs

  •   Lab 9: Developing a Use-Case Diagram
  •   Identifying Use Cases
  •   Creating a Use-Case Diagram

After Completing This Goal, Students will be Able To

  •   Identify the four phases in the software development life cycle.
  •   Identify the views in UML.

Module 10 Where Do We Go From Here
This module reviews material covered in the course and introduces advanced topics that students may wish to pursue. Students will learn how to apply the skills and knowledge obtained in the course to construct a software solution. They will also learn what options are available for pursuing a career in software development.
Lessons
  • Looking Back
  • Looking Forward

Labs

  •   Lab 10: Putting Programming Fundamentals Together
  •   Developing a Windows-based Application
  •   Developing a Web-based Application

After Completing This Goal, Students will be Able To

  •   Identify types of programs.
  •   Identify areas for advanced training.

Additional Details
Pre-Requisites

This course assumes students have these skills: Basic familiarity with using a computer, such as browsing the Internet or using a word-processing application. The ability to use a mouse and keyboard to navigate through the Microsoft Windows user interface. The ability to perform simple file access tasks, such as browsing a directory structure, opening and saving files, and creating folders.

Certificates offered

MS Certification


Cancellation Policy
There is no consequence if you cancel/reschedule this registration with a minimum of 10 business days notice prior to the first day of this course. Full payment is required if you cancel/reschedule this registration within the non-cancellation period of 10 business days prior to the first day of the course. Substitutions are welcome.
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Excellent instructor and it was a smaller group of students so the instructor really tailored it to the students attending the course.
Reviewed by 2012
We had an excellent instructor! She was very knowledgeable and would take the extra time to assist you if you needed extra instruction.
Reviewed by 2012
I enjoyed the Access 2010 course. the instructor was very knowledgeable and presented the topic well. The only negative aspect was that no written training materials were offered until the course was completed. Would have liked to be able to make notes as we went along for future reference.
Reviewed by 2012
My teacher was wonderful, and i have already singed up for more classes at this location.
Reviewed by 2012
The course was initially scheduled for 2 days but due to instructor availability it was shortened to one day. I am very computer literate, work full time in an office, and go to business school in the evenings and it was a little tough to learn everything in one day because there was no time for practice. Yes it was useful to find out what the program is capable of, but since it was shortened there was no time for individual practicing or trying things out on your own. Next time the class would be much better suited for the initial 2 day class.
Reviewed by 2012
All in all, this training was not that great. The first part moved very slowly, and then toward the end, the instructor plowed through to get finished. Possibly the most incredible part was that the course taught how to create forms, but not how to deploy or use them. The instructor said for that, participants would have to take the follow up course. What use is it to create forms if they can't be used? No handouts at all? Other courses I've taken provide full books with step by step coverage of everything done in the classroom. It's impossible to go back and review things.
Reviewed by 2012
My most significant feedback is that the course was advertised as Working with Data using SQL for the 'non-database administrator'. Of the 10 course modules, nearly half were presented by the instructor as tasks that would be completed by a database administrator. While it is helpful to have a general understanding of a database administrators interaction with SQL, far too much of the course content was aimed at the database administrator level. Otherwise, use of technology for remote teaching and the instructor himself were both excellent.
Reviewed by 2012
Very helpful course. Excellent instructor.
Reviewed by 2012
I only rated the location bad because i don't like driving down town. Otherwise it was a good course.
Reviewed by 2012
The course was great.
Reviewed by 2012
Excellent Instructor ,Excellent location,
Reviewed by 2012
excellent trainer really knows her stuff
Reviewed by 2012
The instructor was excellent and very knowledgeable! I found the course information extremely useful for the business world and I am looking forward to putting together presentations that impress!The facilities and snacks and drinks provided were great too!
Reviewed by 2012
The one and only issue I had was with parking, unexpectedly having to pay and not having enough cash for this as well as there not being very much parking. It made me late for the class, even though I actually arrived there early!
Reviewed by 2012
Esther (the instructor) was awesome. Her charisma and upbeat attitude really added to my experience and made it a pleasurable course to take.
Reviewed by 2012
This level of Excel should not be considered as advanced level. It is rather biginner level. I was expecting to learn more. 95% of the content I already knew.
Reviewed by 2012
A good seminar but quite a lot of info to take in during a one-day course for someone who hasn't done Word before. A bit overwhelming! Perhaps a two-day course would work better so could have time to actually practice what we're being taught. A little hard to see the projector from the back. Otherwise, very useful.
Reviewed by 2011
I signed up at one facility in Ottawa and it got switched to a different training facility location in Hull, Quebec. There were several emails confirming the course, however, I just happen to notice one email stating the new location. LastMinuteTraining was good to try to look into for me. In the end, the training provider provided me with taxi chits and it all worked out. I was not aware that the training provider had 2 locations and would switch the location at the last minute. I was upset because I do not know the bus system in Hull, Quebec.
Reviewed by 2011
Html lvl 1 and this course should be merged course can be extended to 2 days of instruction and include more in depth material. Do not recomend taking html lvl one.
Reviewed by 2011
I enjoyed the course thoroughly and learned as much as I could in a 3 hour class, however, I think I would have preferred a longer class as we were a bit rushed going through the material.
Reviewed by 2011
The course was 3 hours long becasue there was only the 2 of us in the office completing this course. 3 hours is very short to learn Outlook. More time is required.
Reviewed by 2011
Handouts were in pdf however, the screens were not big enough to open two files (handout and Project file) together and we had to toggle a lot. It was very annoying. Either give paper handouts or much bigger screens or two screens per student.
Reviewed by 2011
All good. Enjoyed it very much.
Reviewed by 2011
I didn't fill out your form because I filled one out at the end of the course.
Reviewed by 2011
MY BIGGEST BEEF IS THAT THE BOOK WAS VERSION 2010 AND THE SOFTWARE WAS 2007, WE MISSED A LOT OF WHAT 2010 COULD DO BECAUSE OF OLD SOFTWARE INSTALLED ON THE SERVER, THE INSTRUCTOR HAD SOME PROBLEMS NAVIGATING THROUGH THIS.
Reviewed by 2011
no, everything is ok
Reviewed by 2011
This two-day training was jam-packed with information, with a good balance between demonstrations and exercises to verify that the students understood the subject matter. I do not believe that the instructor could have used the time more efficiently then he did.
Reviewed by 2011
Project 2010 was a brand new course, as such there were a few things that the instructor could not find (in the new "ribbon" layout). He did spend extra time during his breaks to find what he couldn't before, then showed them to the class once we all returned. Overall, this was a very useful and enjoyable training course.
Reviewed by 2011
I took a course that was remote and I don't think that I would take a remote course again. The instructor didn't really make himself available for questions. Even when their was questions he would take them offline if they took more then 5 minutes to answer. Never brought the results back to the group. Never went over the labs just lectured in between. Didn't bother to learn anyone's name. I think the experience would be better if each user in the class had a headset and could speak to the instructor instead of it being a conference call.
Reviewed by 2011
CTC Train Canada was professional and helpful in ensuring I got the most out of my training course. Overall I am most happy with them.
Reviewed by 2011
The course was held via remote. The course it self was alright, all content was directly from the book. The teacher was in another time zone and he wanted to start the course before my location even opened. I told him that, he did it anyways. So I was out of sync the whole time. On the last day lunch was at 10 am! The instructor said he would watch screens to see when we got stuck. Not once did that happen. He couldnt even troubleshoot the labs. He only really talked to the student in the room, pretty much said nothing to rest of us. He even took personal calls!
Reviewed by 2011
Ran on schedule, with knowledgeabe instructor. Small class allowed for specific questions that are relevant to my work. Thank you
Reviewed by 2011
No, everything was perfect, Thank you I learned alot.
Reviewed by 2011
Alot of material to cover in the course. I would recommend that this be a 2-day course. Re. course content - should contain more examples to work on. Before moving to another section in the course the Instructor should summarize what was covered (i.e. go through the steps required to complete each task). Task and steps should be given on a handout for future reference.
Reviewed by 2011
No everything and everyone was excellent
Reviewed by 2011
Did not find it helpful that no course material was handed out. What was learned on that day was easily forgotten without the ability to make notes to refer to.
Reviewed by 2011
It is great to have access to the online training manuals, but it would be nice to have some handouts for reference. Not everyone has time to do the online training or to consult the manuals. The training location is very convenient to the highway. Lyse Brooks is an amazing instructor. She is extremely knowledgeable and patient. She spent time with each participant helping each person with their individual needs. She gave us a hands-on exercise that allowed us time to practice and learn. The instructor at the Intermediate Word course (same training facility) did not provide the same high level of training.
Reviewed by 2011
The instructor was very nice, personable and had a great sense of humour which made for a productive and pleasant day of learning.
Reviewed by 2011
The course is good for a basic overview of many advanced Excel features. The instructor and facilities were good. However, some of the items listed on the syllabus (new features in Excel 2010) were NOT covered and it wasn't due to a lack of time. I came to find out that the instructor had not planned to cover them at all. This was very disappointing, especially since we took very look breaks (easily almost 2 hours of combined break time in a class that went from 9-4) so there was ample time to cover the topics.
Reviewed by 2011
No, everything was excellent. I am even taking the next level course next week.
Reviewed by 2011
It was unfortunate that the local instructor was not available and I had to call in remotely to a class in Toronto. I did have the instructor screen available and I liked that. The first part of the course was helpful as the instructor moved through the functionality of MS Project and we could follow along on our own screen. I learned a lot about functionality with this instructor led demonstration, and the ability to follow along on my computer was great! I did find that after the first demonstration, a lot of time was spent working independantly, with the instructor available for questions. I thought there should have been more instructor led demonstration, perhaps one on our own, followed by another instructor led example. I didn't like spending well over 50% of the course time practicing on my own. If this is how all classes are run, I would not take another one, nor recommend this class.
Reviewed by 2011
Good Environment and course format.
Reviewed by 2011
With CTC can't go wrong. Although I've appreciated that this course took one day only. I really think that this course could be hosted for (1) day only. Two days is too long.
Reviewed by 2011
I think the course is excellent. Some of the thing I learn I am implementing in our warehouse as we speak. Our instructor was very knowlegeable, caring, a good listener, she was magnificent.
Reviewed by 2011
I believe the seminar was just a little long - could have been done in 1.5 days. Otherwise - Excellent!
Reviewed by 2011
course was cancelled due to a "family emergency" I was notified upon arriving at the facility - flew from Windsor to Toronto. Totally unprofessional!!
Reviewed by 2011
An excellent course with an excellent teacher. For me personally this course gives me some more options, and guidence into the job and its responsibilites. We here are constantly trying to improve on accuracy, of the inventory on a day to day basis.
Reviewed by 2011
instructor lack knowledge on the subject matter.
Reviewed by 2011

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