Procedures and Functions

Specification Reference

  • understand what procedures and functions are in programming terms
  • know when the use of a procedure or function would make sense and would simplify the coded solution 
  • know how to write and use their own simple procedures and functions
  • know about and be able to describe common built in functions in their chosen language(s)
  • use common built-in functions in their chosen language(s) when coding solutions to problems
  • understand what a parameter is when working with procedures and functions
  • know how to use parameters when creating efficient solutions to problems
  • understand the concepts of parameters and return values when working with procedures and functions
Supporting Resources