Subject Extension Day: Computing
Thursday 12 July 2007, 10.00-15.00
Active Learning Laboratory (Room 9.30a) and DEC10 (Practical Session) School of Computing, University of Leeds
Aims for the Day
The Subject Extension Day will provide the opportunity for pupils to learn more about Computing degree courses at University. There will also be an opportunity to meet with staff and to tour a University Computing Department.
Programme
| 10.00 | COFFEE/TEA on arrival | |
| 10.30 | Dr Sarah Fores and Dr Martyn Clark, Welcome and Introduction followed by a session on how to apply for a university computing course |
Sarah is Senior Admissions Tutor and Martyn is Director for Learning and Teaching for the School of Computing, University of Leeds |
| 11.15 | Dr Mark Everingham Computer Vision: Science Fiction, Science Fact |
Mark is a Research Councils UK Academic Fellow in the School of Computing, University of Leeds |
| 12.00 |
LUNCH |
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| 13.00 | Dr Nick Efford Laboratory Session: Python and Linux |
Nick is Team Leader for the Software Engineering Team at the School of Computing, University of Leeds |
| 15.00 | Summary and CLOSE |
Registration
The day is free for pupils from local sixth form colleges. IT and Computing Teachers are strongly encouraged to attend alongside their students. Refreshments will be provided and we can also reimburse reasonable travel expenses. Please collect a claim form on the day, which you should complete and return to Joanna Briggs. All receipts must be attached.
Please book here to guarantee a place and allow for catering.
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