Level 2 Award in Understanding Coding
The PIMS Level 2 Award in Understanding Coding introduces beginners to programming concepts, computational thinking and structured problem solving.The course covers variables, data types, operators, program str...
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Program Overview
The PIMS Level 2 Award in Understanding Coding introduces beginners to programming concepts, computational thinking and structured problem solving.
The course covers variables, data types, operators, program structure, algorithms, conditions, loops, functions, debugging, error handling, basic data structures and practical coding exercises.
What You'll Learn
- Introduction to Coding
- Programming Terminology
- Programming-Language Awareness
- Python Awareness
- JavaScript Awareness
- Variables
- Data Types
- Operators
- Program Structure
- Flowcharts
- Pseudocode
- Algorithm Design
- Conditional Statements
- For Loops
- While Loops
- Functions
- Scope Awareness
- Debugging
- Error Handling
- Arrays and Lists
- Code Documentation
- Practical Coding Exercises
Empowering professionals with knowledge, practical understanding and stronger workplace skills.
PIMSWho Should Attend?
This PIMS Understanding Coding course is suitable for Beginners in Computing, Students entering Programming, learners developing Digital Skills and individuals preparing for Software Development study.
Key Benefits
After completing the programme, learners should be better prepared to:
- Develop basic coding knowledge
- Strengthen logical and algorithmic thinking
- Improve debugging skills
- Develop simple program-writing competence
- Improve technical documentation
- Support progression into intermediate programming
Assessment & Evaluation
- Assessment Type: Written examination, coding project and viva.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, applied coding tasks, project submission and oral defence.
- Total Questions: 50 theory questions plus 1 coding project and 1 viva.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 4–6 weeks (80–100 hours total).
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