Introduction to Python

INTRODUCTION TO PYTHON

  • Instructor: Hiroki Sayama, Professor, SSIE Department at Binghamton University.
  • Open year-round
  • Delivery: This course has about 4 1/2 hours of video lectures and, in addition, self-assessment quizzes (not graded) and a final assignment (graded). 
  • Credentials: The students who complete the course by passing the final assignment will receive the Introduction to Python digital badge and will have access to a printable Binghamton University-issued course completion certificate.
  • Who can take the course: This course is open to industry professionals, faculty, and students with non-technical or technical backgrounds. There are no prerequisites.
  • If you have any questions, please reach out to wtsnindy@binghamton.edu

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TESTIMONIALS

  • "The Intro to Python course was a great experience in continuing education. The professor kept it very mainstream and incorporated several real-world examples where the Python language could be applied. I would recommend this course to any analyst looking to grow their skills. "  -Chris, Population Health Analyst, CareCompassNetwork

  • "This course left me excited to learn much more about programming through Python. I look forward to learning much more."  -Kyle, Harpur student

ABOUT THE COURSE

Introduction to Python
Introduction to Python

This course introduces computer programming in Python for those who
have little or no prior computer programming experience. No course book is required. 

Total Course Time - 10 to 15 hrs

TOPICS COVERED

  • Introduction and software installation
  • Language and Jupyter Notebook basics
  • Variables and data structures
  • Algorithms, flow control, and function definition
  • Object-oriented programming
  • Plotting and visualization
  • File input/output and manipulation
  • Using external modules

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

sayama
Hiroki Sayama

Hiroki Sayama
Executive Assistant Dean for Graduate Studies; Executive Assistant Dean for Graduate Studies; SUNY Distinguished Professor,School of Systems Science and Industrial Engineering

Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science; School of Systems Science and Industrial Engineering
sayama@binghamton.edu
607-777-6247
ES 1411

Background

University professor and researcher who has an extensive experience in teaching and research on complex systems science and engineering, network science, computational social science, mathematical modeling and simulation, artificial life/chemistry, and computer and information sciences.


Director, Center for Collective Dynamics of Complex Systems (CoCo)

Google Scholar


Education
  • BS, MS, DSc, University of Tokyo
Research Interests
  • Complex systems
  • Complex dynamical networks
  • Human and social dynamics
  • Artificial life/chemistry
  • Interactive systems
  • Complex systems education

COURSE FEES

  • $250: Standard/Industry Rate
  • $150: BU and SUNY faculty/staff and BU Alumni
  • $105: Non-BU and non-SUNY students (must give evidence of matriculation at another University/College)
  • $95: BU and SUNY students and High School Students
  • $35: Retake fee for Students (must prove previous registration)
  • $50: Retake fee Non-Students (must prove previous registration)

PAYMENTS

If you are not able to pay with a credit card, you can contact us to make arrangements for a check payment. 

For questions, contact the Office of Industrial Outreach.
Email: wtsnindy@binghamton.edu

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS

Please note our cancellation and refund policy: All cancellations must be received in writing (email) to the Office of Industrial Outreach. All refunds will be assessed a 10% administrative fee. No refunds for cancellations or non-attendance will be given after you have started the course.  Submit your cancellation request to EMAIL: wtsnindy@binghamton.edu.

If the course is canceled, enrollees will be advised and receive a full refund.