Software Technology 1 (4483.10)

Please note these are the 2022 details for this unit
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Software Technology 1
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
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On-Campus
 UC - Canberra, Bruce
UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce
EFTSL Credit points Faculty
0.125 3 Faculty Of Science And Technology
Discipline Study level HECS Bands
Academic Program Area - Technology Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021)
Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021)
This unit has an emphasis on object-oriented programming, and focusses on solving real world problems by learning to code using object oriented paradigm, and involves creation of reusable software using objects and classes along with procedural programming constructs such as assignment and arithmetic statements, conditional and repetition statements, and arrays and generic collections, as well as conformance to sound object oriented programming principles for creating software components, with inheritance, polymorphism and encapsulation constructs, with handling of events and exceptions, creation of component libraries, building user interaction with file i/o, database, console and graphical user interfaces, and perform basic testing and validation for robust and reliable software creation This unit is co-taught with unit 8995 Software Technology 1 G.

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
1. Learn to code using object-oriented programming paradigm;
2. Create reusable software with an emphasis on creation of objects and classes along with procedural programming constructs;
3. Build reusable software components by conforming to sound OO principles of inheritance, polymorphism and encapsulation);
4. Create robust and reliable software by handling of events and exceptions,
5. Develop software for better user interaction with file input/output, database, console and graphical user interface; and
6. Perform basic testing and validation of developed software for robust and reliable software creation.


Graduate attributes

1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology


Prerequisites

None.

Corequisites

None.

Incompatible units

8995 Software Technology 1 G.

Equivalent units

None.

Assumed knowledge

None.
Availability for enrolment in 2024 is subject to change and may not be confirmed until closer to the teaching start date.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2023 UC - Canberra, Bruce Semester 1 06 February 2023 Online Dr Girija Chetty
2023 UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce UC College Trimester 1 06 February 2023 On-Campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2023 UC - Canberra, Bruce Semester 1 06 February 2023 On-Campus Dr Girija Chetty
2023 UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce UC College Trimester 2 05 June 2023 On-Campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2023 UC - Canberra, Bruce Semester 2 31 July 2023 On-Campus Dr Girija Chetty
2023 UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce UC College Trimester 3 18 September 2023 On-Campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2024 UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce UC College Trimester 1 05 February 2024 On-Campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2024 UC - Canberra, Bruce Semester 1 05 February 2024 On-Campus Dr Girija Chetty
2024 UC - Canberra, Bruce Semester 1 05 February 2024 Online Dr Girija Chetty
2024 UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce UC College Trimester 2 03 June 2024 On-Campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2024 UC - Canberra, Bruce Semester 2 29 July 2024 On-Campus Dr Girija Chetty
2024 UC - University of Canberra College, Bruce UC College Trimester 3 16 September 2024 On-Campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
Not available

Required texts

There is no set text for this course. 

The recommended open source online resources are shown below.

Think Python 2e

Python Programming for Beginners

LinkedIn Learning

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

Late Submission of assignments:

1. Late submission of  Assignment  will subject to the university late submissions policy.

Special assessment requirements

To Pass the Unit, you will need to satisfy the following conditions:

  1. Sit for all Quizzes, submit all the weekly lab, Mid Term assignments, and Project assessments, and do the Project presentation in week 12 and there should be no outstanding resubmissions by Friday of week 12.
  2.  In the case of illness, misadventure, or unavoidable commitments at the scheduled time of an examination, students should contact the Unit Convener as soon as possible. (Well in advance if possible).

Once the above conditions have been satisfied, grades will be awarded as per the following table:

Grade

The formula for Grade Calculation

HD

Total Mark  ≥ 85 AND Project Assessment  ≥ 50

DI

Total Mark   ≥ 75 AND Project Assessment ≥ 50

CR

Total Mark  ≥ 65 AND Project Assessment ≥ 50

P

Total Mark  ≥ 50 AND Project Assessment ≥ 50

NX

Total Mark  < 50 OR Project Assessment < 50
  • The student's final grade is based on the Total Mark, obtained as the sum of all the assessment items Quiz 1, Quiz 2, Lab Work, Mid-term Assignment, and  Project Assessment.
  • However, You have to pass the project assessment (Project Assessment >= 50% ) to pass the unit.
  • If you fail the Project Assessment < 50%, irrespective of your Total Mark, and marks in each assessment component (quizzes, lab work, and Midterm assignment), your final grade for the unit will be NX.
  • The unit convener reserves the right to question students orally on any of their submitted work.

Supplementary assessment

Supplementary assessment is not offered in this unit unless required by the relevant university policy.

Academic integrity

Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.

To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.

Use of Text-Matching Software

The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.

 

 

Learner engagement

Weekly lecture: 2*2 hours/week, 11 times 44
Weekly tute/lab/: 2 hours/week  11 times 22
Reading/Watching recommended web resources 8
Homework (tutorials/work not completed in class) 22
Major Assignment  30
Quizzes 16
Independent Study 8
   
Total

150

Participation requirements

Your participation in lectures,  tutorial and programming lab  activities, will enhance your understanding of the unit content and therefore the quality of your assessment responses. Lack of participation may result in your inability to satisfactorily complete assessment items.

Required IT skills

Ability to use the computer and have a basic knowledge of computers.

In-unit costs

Continuous access to personal laptop and Internet off-campus and on-campus

Work placement, internships or practicums

NA

Additional information

NA