Computational Thinking and Problem Solving: with Python

Logic Building with Python: Think, Code & Solve

Winter 2024

Rs 10,000/- PKR

About Course

This Python course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to programming with Python, blending foundational concepts with practical applications. From learning the basics of input/output operations and control structures to exploring advanced topics like data structures, sorting, and 2D grids, this course offers a step-by-step approach to mastering Python. Students will build essential programming skills, tackle mathematical and problem-solving challenges, and work on real-world projects like an age calculator and Conway’s Game of Life. By the end of this course, participants will have a strong grasp of Python fundamentals, empowering them to confidently create algorithms, manipulate data, and develop engaging projects.

Day 1: Basic Introduction to Python

Overview of Python as a programming language.
Understanding basic input and output operations.
Writing and evaluating mathematical and string expressions.
Introduction to the while loop and conditional statements (if/elif).

Day 2: Control Structures and Functions

Deep dive into control structures: loops and conditionals.
Writing modular programs using Python functions.
Parameter passing, return values, and scope of variables.

Day 3: Shapes Printing with Series & Patterns

Using loops to print shapes like triangles, squares, and pyramids.
Exploring number and character series in patterns.
Writing nested loops for complex patterns.

Day 4: Prime Numbers, Perfect Squares, and Square Roots

Writing algorithms to check for prime numbers.
Generating and validating perfect squares.
Calculating square roots using basic arithmetic and built-in functions.

Day 5: Age Calculator and History of the Calendar

Building an age calculator using Python's date and time modules.
Learning about the history and concepts of calendars.
Using Python to work with dates (e.g., finding day of the week for a date).

Day 6: Max and Second Max Finder, and Lists

Writing algorithms to find the maximum and second maximum in a dataset.
Introduction to Python lists: basic operations and indexing.
Using loops and built-in functions for list manipulation.

Day 7: Data Structures - Lists in Python

Advanced operations on lists: slicing, concatenation, and iteration.
Writing programs to solve real-world problems using lists.
Introduction to list comprehensions for concise code.

Day 8: Set Calculator, Sorting, and Binary Search

Exploring Python sets: union, intersection, and difference operations.
Implementing a set calculator to solve mathematical problems.
Learning sorting techniques and implementing binary search.

Day 9: Frequency-Based Problems

Solving problems involving frequency counting (e.g., word counts).
Using dictionaries to store and analyze frequency data.
Writing programs to identify the most/least frequent elements.

Day 10: Welcome to 2D World and Conway's Game of Life

Introduction to working with 2D data structures in Python (e.g., lists of lists).
Designing simple 2D grids and manipulating them programmatically.
Implementing Conway's Game of Life (Part 1): rules and initial setup.

Outcomes:

Understanding fundamental programming concepts through Scratch
Developing problem-solving skills through game development projects
Gaining confidence in using programming logic to create interactive experiences
Building a portfolio of interactive games and animations
Preparing for further exploration in computer science and game development.

What Will You Learn?

Understand the fundamentals of Python, including input/output operations, loops, and conditional statements.
Solve problems involving prime numbers, perfect squares, square roots, and patterns.
Master the use of loops, conditionals, and Python functions for modular programming.
Work with lists, sets, and dictionaries to store, organize, and manipulate data efficiently.

Learn sorting techniques and implement binary search for problem-solving.
Analyze and solve problems using frequency counting and dictionaries.
Explore grid-based data manipulation and implement projects like Conway’s Game of Life.
Develop practical projects like an age calculator, set calculator, and dynamic animations.

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