This module provides foundation level skills in computer programming. It introduces different types of programming and software development practice in general and in a geographical context. It encourages sustainable software development through: the application of software licences; the production of well documented source code; software testing; version control; and the production of user documentation. It is based on the development of software for geographical data processing and visualisation in a series of supported practical exercises.

Course Dates: 6th March - 12th May 2023

For further information on module objectives, outcomes, syllabus and teaching methods please refer to the Module Catalogue https://webprod3.le/eds.ac.uk/catalogue/dynmodules.asp?Y=202223&F=P&M=GEOG-5003M

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