Introduction to Programming - COMPX101 (2021)

This paper introduces computer programming in C# - the exciting challenge of creating software and designing artificial worlds within the computer. It also covers concepts such as the internals of the home computer, the history and future of computers, cyber security, computer gaming, databases, mobile computing and current research and challenges in computer science. No prior programming knowledge is assumed.

Paper Information

Points: 15.0
Internal assessment / examination: COMPX101-21A (HAM) 67:33 or 33:67, 21A (NET) 100:0, 21B (HAM) 67:33 or 33:67, 21X (ZUC) 100:0
Restriction(s): COMP103

Note: The practical programme must be completed to the satisfaction of the Convenor.

NWC occurrences of this paper are exclusively for International Diploma students. Please contact the University of Waikato College for more information.

Trimesters and Locations

Occurrence Code When taught Where taught
21A (HAM)A Trimester : 1 Mar 2021 - 27 Jun 2021 Hamilton
21A (NET)A Trimester : 1 Mar 2021 - 27 Jun 2021 Online
21B (HAM)B Trimester : 12 Jul 2021 - 7 Nov 2021 Hamilton
21X (ZUC)X Teaching period : 6 Sep 2021 - 16 Jan 2022 Zhejiang University City College, Hangzhou China

COMPX101-21B (WPC), 21C (WPC) have been cancelled. Please contact the School or Faculty Office for more information.

Cancelled Occurrences

Cancelled Occurrences
21B (WPC)B Trimester : 12 Jul 2021 - 7 Nov 2021 University of Waikato College
21C (WPC)C Trimester : 15 Nov 2021 - 20 Feb 2022 University of Waikato College

Timetabled Lectures

The Timetable for 2021 is not available.


Indicative Fees for Introduction to Programming (COMPX101)

Occurrence Domestic International
 Tuition Resource 
21A (HAM) $910 $3939
21A (NET) $910 $3939
21B (HAM) $910 $3939
You will be sent an enrolment agreement which will confirm your fees.
Tuition fees shown below are indicative only and may change. There are additional fees and charges related to enrolment - please see the Table of Fees and Charges for more information.

Paper Outlines for Introduction to Programming (COMPX101)

The following paper outlines are available for Introduction to Programming (COMPX101).
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Additional Information

Available Subjects:  Applied Computing | Applied Digital Communication | Communication Design | Computer Science | Data Analytics | Digital Learning | Embedded Systems | Geographic Information Systems | Interface Design | Media Design | Science | Software Engineering

Other available years: Introduction to Programming - COMPX101 (2023) , Introduction to Programming - COMPX101 (2022) , Introduction to Programming - COMPX101 (2020) , Introduction to Programming - COMPX101 (2019) , Introduction to Computer Science - COMPX101 (2018)

Paper details current as of : 23 May 2023 7:40pm
Indicative fees current as of : 27 May 2023 4:30am

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