MonashUniversity: Try It: Intro to Python

MonashUniversity: Try It: Intro to Python

by Monash University

About This Course

Python is renowned for its readability and versatility, traits that make it one of the most popular and sought-after programming languages globally. This free introductory course is designed for individuals interested in leveraging Python to enhance their career prospects, without the need for prior programming experience.

Course Description

The course provides a comprehensive introduction to Python and its applications across diverse fields through our Boot Camps. From web development to machine learning, the course covers multiple aspects of Python, preparing participants for advanced studies and careers in data analysis, financial analysis, and more.

What Students Will Learn

  • The basics of Python and its applications in different sectors.
  • Creating and naming variables.
  • Building functions to perform specific tasks.
  • Employing conditional logic for automating decision-making processes.
  • Using nested if/else statements for complex decision-making scenarios.
  • Interacting with a console using Python.
  • Coding simple programs to automate tasks and decision-making.

Prerequisites or Skills Necessary

No previous programming experience is required to enroll in this course. It is suitable for complete beginners.

Course Outline

  • Introduction to Python and its significance.
  • Variables: Creation and Naming.
  • Functions: Definition and Applications.
  • Conditional Logic: Basics to Advanced Use.
  • Console Interactions in Python.
  • Automating Decisions and Tasks using Python.

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for individuals looking to start a career in tech, especially in areas like data analysis, financial analysis, and data science. It is also beneficial for those in sectors such as energy, finance, healthcare, marketing, IT, and retail who are interested in leveraging Python to enhance their professional skills.

Real-World Applications

Skills acquired from this course can be applied in real-world scenarios such as:

  • Automating repetitive tasks through scripting.
  • Building and managing websites.
  • Enhancing data gathering processes through web scraping.
  • Conducting extensive data analysis and visualization to inform strategic decisions.
  • Developing machine learning models for predictive analysis.
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