Free course

First steps with Python

Use values, variables and a small calculation to turn a practical question into code.

Skills you’ll gain:

Python 3 SyntaxVariable Types & ScopingEngineering ArithmeticUnit FormattingInteractive REPL Prototyping

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Duration & Pacing45 Minutes

Self-paced with practical lab tasks

Skill LevelBeginner

None · Absolute beginner friendly

Practical Benchmark70% Live code exercises

Hardware wiring & test exercises

VerificationKnowledge Check

Instant feedback with concept analysis

What you’ll learn

Translate physical engineering formulas into readable, maintainable Python 3 calculations

Differentiate numeric types (int/float) from strings and preserve explicit engineering units

Document assumptions and test calculations with known reference inputs before production use

Make a calculation readable
20 minsVariables & Formulas
Implement Ohm's law calculations in Python, compute milliamperes, and document physical units.
Keep numbers and text distinct
25 minsData Types & Telemetry
Structure sensor measurement records with numeric floats, string units, and validation tests.

Includes a comprehensive final knowledge check to validate conceptual mastery.

Capstone Hardware Build

Verify your Python current and voltage calculations on real breadboard hardware.