Target Age: 10-14 (Adjust based on student experience and maturity)

Course Requirements:

Hardware:

A computer (laptop or desktop) with a stable internet connection.

Software:

Python 3 (latest version recommended) installed.

A text editor or Integrated Development Environment (IDE) like:

Thonny (recommended for beginners)

IDLE (comes with Python)

Visual Studio Code with the python extension.

Internet browser.

Skills:

Basic computer literacy (typing, navigating folders, using a mouse).

Basic understanding of mathematical concepts (addition, subtraction, etc.).

A strong desire to learn and experiment.

Patience and problem solving skills.

Time Commitment:

Recommended: 1-2 hours of class time per week, plus additional time for practice.

Parental/Guardian Support (for younger learners):

Assistance with software installation and basic computer troubleshooting.

Encouragement and support for the child's learning.

This fun and interactive course introduces kids to the world of computer programming using Python, a versatile and beginner-friendly language. Students will learn the fundamental concepts of programming through engaging projects and activities.

The course will cover:

Python Basics:

Introduction to Python syntax and structure.

Variables, data types (numbers, strings, booleans).

Basic input and output.

Mathematical operators.

Control Flow:

Conditional statements (if, else, elif).

Loops (for loops, while loops).

Data Structures:

Lists and tuples.

Dictionaries (basic introduction).

Functions:

Defining and calling functions.

Understanding parameters and return values.

Graphical Programming (using libraries like Turtle or Pygame Zero):

Creating simple drawings and animations.

Developing basic interactive games.

Project-Based Learning:

Students will work on projects such as:

Creating a simple calculator.

Designing a text-based adventure game.

Building a simple drawing program.

Creating a number guessing game.

Debugging and Problem Solving:

Learning to identify and fix errors in code.

Developing logical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Introduction to coding best practices.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Build and program basic robots.

Connect devices to the internet and create IoT applications.

Understand fundamental cybersecurity concepts.

Perform basic ethical hacking exercises in a safe environment.

Apply problem-solving and critical thinking skills to technology-related challenges.

Develop an understanding of the ethical implications of technology.

Understand basic networking concepts.

Have a foundation to continue learning more advanced topics in robotics, IoT, and cybersecurity.

Be able to create and present complex projects.

Understand the importance of security in online environments.