National CAE Designated Institution
  • Online, Instructor-Led
  • Classroom

Offers an overview of the Python programming language for students without prior programming experience. Variables, expressions, functions, looping, and flow control pertaining to Python is taught through hands-on exercises and guided demonstrations by the instructor.

Learning Objectives

  • Demonstrate how to design a Python program, before implementation, using pseudocode, and considering users' requirements.
  • Demonstrate how to navigate a mainstream, professionally Integrated Development Environment to debug and compile Python programs.
  • Explain Python concepts and terminology sufficient to discuss issues, bugs, errors and other challenges with other Python students and programmers.
  • Explain how to solve problems as they occur in Python programming, including researching error codes, bugs from the compiler.

    Framework Connections

    The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

    Specialty Areas

    • Software Development

    Specialty Areas have been removed from the NICE Framework. With the recent release of the new NICE Framework data, updates to courses are underway. Until this course can be updated, this historical information is provided to give better context as to how it can help you with your cybersecurity goals.

    Feedback

    If you would like to provide feedback for this course, please e-mail the NICCS SO at NICCS@hq.dhs.gov.