Program Goal
This plan builds strong foundations before students move into specialized development tracks. The emphasis is practical: each concept is directly connected to mini tasks and a final build.
Delivery Model
- Duration: 16 weeks
- Frequency: 2 sessions per week
- Session length: 90 minutes
- Total sessions: 32
Weekly Session Structure
- Warm-up and recap (10 minutes)
- New concept and live demo (25 minutes)
- Guided coding practice (35 minutes)
- Mini challenge / teamwork task (15 minutes)
- Reflection and homework briefing (5 minutes)
Module Breakdown
Phase 1: Computational Thinking (Weeks 1-4)
- Algorithms, decomposition, and sequencing
- Conditions and boolean logic
- Loops and repetition design
- Debugging mindset and test-case thinking
Phase 2: Block-to-Text Transition (Weeks 5-8)
- Variables and data types
- Functions and modular logic
- Inputs/outputs and event flow
- Mini Project 1: Interactive logic/game prototype
Phase 3: Core Programming Patterns (Weeks 9-12)
- Lists and indexing
- String operations and parsing basics
- Nested conditions and loop control
- Mini Project 2: Utility simulator or educational app
Phase 4: Final Build Cycle (Weeks 13-16)
- Scope definition and project planning
- Implementation sprint
- Testing and bug-fix sprint
- Demo day with peer review
Assessment Framework
- Weekly labs and homework: 40%
- Concept quizzes: 20%
- Mini projects + final project: 40%
Final Deliverables
- Two mini projects
- One final project
- Project presentation with problem, solution, and lessons learned
Progression After Completion
Students who complete this track are ready to enter the Python Developer educational plan.
