Cisco: Python Programming (OpenEDG)
Prepare for a future in programming as you learn from experts at Cisco and The Open University.
Develop in-demand skills in Python programming
Ready to upskill and learn one of the most in-demand and fastest-growing programming languages?
Python is a popular programming language used for everything from web and software development to scientific applications across every sector and industry. It’s used by large and well-known organizations, data scientists, network automation experts, and many more.
On this micro credential, you’ll gain a solid understanding of the Python programming language as well as gaining hands-on experience and practical skills.
Discover how Python programming is one of the essential growth areas within computing, digital technologies, and DevOps
This micro credential will help kick start your career in programming, whether you’re just starting out or already working as a digital technology professional. You’ll gain industry-recognized skills and enhance your employment and career progression opportunities.
Become skilled in applying practical Python coding concepts
You’ll learn to think algorithmically, analyze a problem, and translate it for a computer to process. You’ll understand how to design, develop, and improve multi-module programs, and analyze and model real-life problems using object-orientated programming techniques. You’ll also learn how coders operate within software development, and how a program is applied in a computer environment.
You’ll access your learning via FutureLearn and by setting up a free account on Cisco’s NetAcad platform. Throughout the course, you’ll take part in weekly activities to support and consolidate your learning. At the end of the course, you’ll submit an assessment which is marked and graded by academic experts from The Open University.
Endorsed by Cisco and the OpenEDG Python Institute
This course is designed by leading experts from The Open University’s award-winning Cisco ‘NetAcad’ academy – the largest Cisco Academy in the UK.
Prepare for the PCAP – Certified Associate in Python Programming certification
By the end of this course, you’ll be fully prepared to take the OpenEDG Python Institute’s PCEP – Certified Entry-Level Python Programmer and PCAP – Certified Associate in Python Programming certifications, setting you up to future-proof your career.
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Syllabus
What happens before, during, and after your microcredential
Before learning
You’ll have access to our online welcome area where you’ll be able to read any information relating to your microcredential.
Prior to joining this course, if you do not have basic networking coding experience we recommend The Open University’s free OpenLearn short course Simple Coding.
Course
From 23 Oct 2023
After learning
Your submitted assessment will be marked and graded by academic experts from The Open University. You’ll continue to have ongoing access to the course materials.
You’ll be fully prepared to take the OpenEDG Python Institute’s PCAP – Certified Associate in Python Programming exam.
Career-focused learning by The Open University
As the UK’s largest university, The Open University (OU) supports thousands of students to achieve their goals and ambitions via supported distance learning, helping to fit learning around professional and personal life commitments.
Established
1969Location
Milton Keynes, UKWorld ranking
Top 510Source: Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020
This microcredential is endorsed by Cisco Networking Academy
Endorsed by Cisco Networking Academy and OpenEDG Python Institute. Cisco are a global manufacturer of infrastructure networking and cybersecurity focussed technologies, with their own Corporate Social Responsibility-based education programme.
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