Software Technology 1 (4483.10)

Please note these are the 2023 details for this unit
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Software Technology 1
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
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Online
 UC College, Bruce, ACT
Bruce, Canberra
UC - Canberra, Online
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.
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Delivery mode Unit convener
2024 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 1 05 February 2024 On-Campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 05 February 2024 On-Campus Dr Girija Chetty
2024 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 2 03 June 2024 On-Campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2024 UC - Canberra, Online Semester 2 29 July 2024 Online Dr Girija Chetty
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 29 July 2024 On-Campus Dr Girija Chetty
2024 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 3 23 September 2024 On-Campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
Not available

Required texts

Text Book:

1. Python for Data & Analytics: A Business-Oriented Approach Edition 1.0 | Copyright 2023 |Publication Date: October 2022, Daniel Groner, Fordham University

https://www.prospectpressvt.com/textbooks/groner-python 

Recommended References: 

1.  Fundamentals of Python : first programs ,  Lambert, Kenneth Alfred, 1951-, author. ;  Osborne, Martin, 1944-, author.;, ProQuest (Firm),  Second edition. ;  2019

https://library.canberra.edu.au/permalink/61ARL_CNB/esmov/alma991005006624603996
 

2, CodeGrade:(Online Resource)                                                                                                                                                                                           

https://www.codegrade.com/coding-courses/introduction-to-python-curriculum 

3. How to code in Python: Greg Reid, 2020,                                                                          https://library.canberra.edu.au/permalink/61ARL_CNB/pons8o/cdi_proquest_ebookcentral_EBC6155659

4.  Think Python ,  Downey, Allen.,  2nd ed., updated for Python 3 ;  2016                                        

https://library.canberra.edu.au/permalink/61ARL_CNB/esmov/alma991005030936103996

5.  Starting out with Python ,  Gaddis, Tony, author.,  Fifth edition.; Global edition. ;  2022     

https://library.canberra.edu.au/permalink/61ARL_CNB/esmov/alma991005004816003996 

Submission of assessment items

Extensions & Late submissions

Late Submission of assignments:

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

Special assessment requirements

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

  1.  Complete all assignments including Capstone Project, including presentation and viva-voce/interview,  and submit their quizzes and  assignments, and have no outstanding resubmissions by Friday of week 12.
  2.  In the case of illness, misadventure or unavoidable commitments at the scheduled time of Capstone Project demonstration and presentation, students should contact the Unit Convener as soon as possible. (Well in advance if possible).
  3. You must achieve at least 50% of the available marks in the Unit.

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

Grade

Formula for Grade Calculation

HD

AgM  ≥ 85 AND ST1 Capstone Project Mark ≥ 50

DI

AgM  ≥ 75 AND ST1 Capstone Project Mark ≥ 50

CR

AgM  ≥ 65 AND ST1 Capstone Project Mark ≥ 50

P

AgM  ≥ 50 AND ST1 Capstone Project Mark ≥ 50

NX

AgM  <50 OR ST1 Capstone Project Mark < 50
  • If you fail the ST1 Capstone Project, your final grade for this unit will be NX regardless of your final numeric mark.
  • You have to pass the ST1 Capstone Project (score atleast 50%) to pass the unit.
  • If you fail the Capstone Project Assessment ((Capstone Project Mark < 50% ), irrespective of your Total Mark, and marks in each assessment component (quizzes, lab work and assignment), your final grade for the unit will be NX..
  • The unit convenor reserves the right to question students on any of their submitted work for moderation and academic integrity purposes, which may result in an adjustment to the marks awarded for a specific task.

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.

  • The student final grade is the sum of all the assesment items : Assignment marks including the ST1 Capstone Project Mark.
  • The unit convenor reserves the right to question students on any of their submitted work for moderation and academic integrity purposes, which may result in an adjustment to the marks awarded for a specific task.
  • Please note that Suspected academic misconduct will be referred to an appropriate prescribed authority (such as the ADE) under the University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023 for all assessment activities in this unit.

 

Learner engagement

Weekly lecture: 2 hours/week, 12 times 24
Weekly tute/lab/: 1 hour preparation + 1 hour attendance per tute/lab,  11 times 22
Assignments 54
ST1 Capstone Project 50
Total

150

Participation requirements

Your participation in lectures, workshop and tutorial and 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 with microphone and webcam, as well as  reliable Internet off-campus and on-campus

Work placement, internships or practicums

NA

Additional information

NA