Faculty of Information Technology
FIT1045 Algorithms and programming fundamentals in python is a level 1, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Information Technology, offered in 2021 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 12 units, leading on to 18 units in all. Students rate it 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews and call it moderate.
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
This is a very fun unit and I believe the concepts taught are presented and explained well in the FIT1045 Field Guide. I achieved a Distinction, but it took me a lot of work weekly, so given the portfolio basis of grading I can only imagine how much work an HD would take.
A really good first programming unit. The weekly labs build on each other, so if you keep up it never feels overwhelming. Start the assignments early and use the consultation hours, the tutors are happy to walk through your code.
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
12 units list FIT1045 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Prerequisite: VCE Mathematics Methods or Specialist Mathematics units 3 & 4 with a study score of 25 or MTH1010.
Prohibitions: FIT1029, FIT1053
This unit introduces programming fundamentals and the Python language to students. The unit provides a foundational understanding of program design and implementation of algorithms to solve simple problems. Fundamental programming control structures, built in and complex datatypes and mechanisms for modularity will be presented in Python.
Topics covered will include basic input and output, program control structures, basic data structures and modular program structure. Problem-solving strategies and techniques for algorithm development, iteration and recursion, algorithm efficiency and the limitations of algorithms will be introduced.
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| October 12 week teaching period | Clayton | On campus |
| October intake teaching period, Malaysia campus | Malaysia | On campus |
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
Translate between problem descriptions and program designs with appropriate input/output representations;
Choose and implement appropriate problem solving strategies;
Analyse the behaviour of programs and data structures;
Decompose problems into simpler problems and reduce unknown to known problems;
Determine the computational cost and limitations of algorithms.
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled online and face to face learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated reading and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning and online engagement.
Levitin, A. (2012). Introduction to the Design and Analysis of Algorithms. (3rd Edition) Pearson
Perkovic, L. (2012). Introduction to Computing using Python: An Application Development Focus. John Wiley & Sons, Inc.
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(For Clayton Campus ONLY) Please note: This is a bring your own device unit. You will be expected to bring a web-connected device (i.e., laptop or tablet) to class to access specialist software. The applications for your class can be accessed at the website move.monash.edu.
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FIT1045 is part of 14 areas of study in the 2021 handbook.
FIT1045 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
FIT1045 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 12 units, including FIT1054, FIT2095, FIT2101, FIT2107, FIT3146 and FIT3171. Those lead on to 18 units in all.
In 2021, FIT1045 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia.
Students who took it rate it moderate to do well in and heavy on workload (2 ratings). The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester.
Yes. The exam is worth 50% of the final mark, alongside 4 other tasks.
FIT1045 is part of Business analytics; Computational science; Computer networks and security; Computer science; and Cybersecurity, and 4 other areas of study.
It is rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews, and 2 students of 2 gave it 4 or 5 stars. Read the reviews above or add your own.