Coding Basics

Course Details

Basic Coding is an introductory course designed to take complete beginners from their first “Hello World” to building practical, interactive projects such as games, apps, and digital art. This course provides a clear, structured path for understanding fundamental programming concepts and developing real coding skills that last.

Learners will progress from understanding variables and loops to creating interactive projects like sound generators, emoji animations, and simple voting applications. The course emphasises practical experience with real programming tools, helping learners master essential debugging techniques and write cleaner, more effective code.

Designed to be truly beginner-friendly, this course requires no prior experience and focuses on building confidence through hands-on learning. By the end of the course, you will be able to design, develop, and share your own projects, demonstrating a solid grasp of foundational coding principles and problem-solving strategies.

Learners are provided with the following resources:

• eLearning resources – exercises, quizzes, flashcards and a glossary.
• Video Lessons
• Hands on Labs

Who Should Complete this Basic Coding course?

• Complete Beginners to Programming: For those with no prior experience, offering a clear, structured introduction to variables, loops, and interactive projects.
• Students and Young Learners: Supports anyone wanting to explore coding early, building confidence through hands-on projects like games, apps, and digital art.
• Aspiring Developers and Designers: Helps learners develop foundational coding skills needed to create simple applications and animations, preparing them for further study.
• Educators and Mentors: Equips teachers with practical, accessible methods to introduce core programming concepts to their students.
• Career Changers Exploring Tech: Provides a beginner-friendly entry point for those considering a move into tech, offering practical experience and problem-solving strategies.

Entry Requirements / Prerequisites

• View the technical requirements for accessing CMIT eLearning.
• Learn more about the suitability of this course.