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CPE 111: Introduction to Computing & Computational Thinking

Computational thinking, algorithm formulation, flowcharts, pseudocode, and numerical representation in hardware.

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Course Overview

Computational thinking, algorithm formulation, flowcharts, pseudocode, and numerical representation in hardware. Curriculum Structure & Core Modules: • 1. Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, and Algorithmic Thinking • 2. Hardware Data Representation: Bits, Bytes, Words, and...

What You'll Learn

  • Deconstruct complex real-world engineering problems into formal algorithmic steps.
  • Convert numbers across binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal numeral systems with signed representations.
  • Analyze fixed-point and IEEE 754 floating-point hardware representation limitations.
  • Construct rigorous logic flowcharts and structured pseudocode for control systems.
  • Implement computational automation scripts in Python to solve engineering mathematical models.

Requirements

  • Basic familiarity with computer operations.

Degree Programme Curriculum Context

This course is a curriculum unit of the Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) in Computer Engineering degree framework in Nigeria.

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Course Curriculum

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8 Chapters
16 Lecture
24h
1. Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, and Algorithmic Thinking: Theoretical Foundations, Mathematical Modeling & System Architecture

CPE 111 • 100 Level • Computer Engineering Chapter 1: Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, and Algorithmic Thinking — Theoretical Foundations, Mathematical Modeling & System Architecture Course: CPE 111: Introduction to Computing & Computational Thinking Curriculum: NUC-CCMAS-CPE Accreditation: COREN-CPE-OBE Standard: IEEE/ACM-CE2024 1. Pedagogical Scope & Behavioral Learnin...

2. Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, and Algorithmic Thinking: Worked Engineering Problems, Design Computations & Simulation Protocols

CPE 111 • 100 Level • Computer Engineering Chapter 1: Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, and Algorithmic Thinking — Worked Engineering Problems, Design Computations & Simulation Protocols Course: CPE 111: Introduction to Computing & Computational Thinking Curriculum: NUC-CCMAS-CPE Accreditation: COREN-CPE-OBE Practice: COREN ERM / IEEE Design Standards 1. Comprehensive Enginee...

1 hour 30 minutes
3. Chapter 1 Formative Assessment: Decomposition, Pattern Recognition, and Algorithmic Thinking

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Course Includes

8 Chapters
16 Lectures
2 - 4 weeks
Skill Level beginner
Taught in English
Lifetime Access
Certification of Completion
Category: University - Computer Engineering
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