Software Technology 1 (4483.11)

Required texts

Textbook:

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

     Link to Library resource :https://library.canberra.edu.au/permalink/61ARL

2. 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: 

Link to Library Unit Resources (https://www.canberra.edu.au/library/teachingstaff/unit-resources)

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

Link to Library resource  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

      Link to Library resource : https://library.canberra.edu.au/permalink/61ARL_CNB/esmov/alma991004868247903996

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

     Link to Library resource : https://library.canberra.edu.au/permalink/61ARL_CNB/esmov/alma991005030936103996

Submission of assessment items

Special assessment requirements

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

1. Complete the following assessments including Quiz1, Quiz2, Quiz 3, Quiz 4 and Case Study with Programming problems and Programming project including presentaions and interview, and there should be no outstanding resubmissions by Friday of week 13.
2. You have to pass the Programming project assessment (Programming project >= 50% ) to pass the unit.
3. If you fail the Programming Project Assessment < 50%, irrespective of your Total Mark, and marks in each assessment component (quizzes, lab work, and Case Study with Programming problems), your final grade for the unit will be NX.
4. The student's final grade is based on the Total Mark, obtained as the sum of all the assessment items Quiz 1, Quiz 2, Quiz 3, Quiz 4, Case Study with Programming problems and  Programming Project.
5.  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).
6. You must achieve at least 50% marks overall of the available marks in the Unit.
7. The student final grade is the sum of all the assessment items.
8. 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.
9. 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.

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

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

Inclusion and engagement

It is strongly recommended that students who need assistance in undertaking the unit because of disability or an ongoing health condition register with the Inclusion and Engagement Office as soon as possible so that reasonable adjustment arrangements can be made.

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

None

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