Software Technology 1 (4483.11)

Please note these are the 2026 details for this unit
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Software Technology 1
Available teaching periods Delivery mode Location
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Online real-time
 UC College, Bruce, ACT
Bruce, Canberra
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 introduces object-oriented programming concepts, focusing on solving real-world problems using software coding techniques involving object-oriented paradigm. This allows creation of reusable, robust and reliable software applications and tools, due to the use of sound object-oriented programming constructs, such as objects and classes along with established procedural programming principles involving variable declarations and assignments, arithmetic and logic statements, conditional and repetition statements, use of functions, lists and collections. Further, the unit emphasises on conformance to best-practice object-oriented programming approaches for creating software applications, involving inheritance, polymorphism and encapsulation constructs, coupled with handling of events and exceptions, creation of component libraries, building user interaction with file input/output and database connectivity, console and graphical user interface development, and performing 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. Interpret coding using object-oriented programming paradigm;
2. Program simple software applications with an emphasis on creation of objects and classes along with basic procedural programming constructs;
3. Develop software applications by conforming to basic object-oriented principles of inheritance, polymorphism and encapsulation;
4. Perform testing and validation for creating robust and reliable software by handling of events and exceptions; and
5. Enhance software usability with user interaction involving file input/output, database connectivity and graphical user interfaces.


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 2026 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
2025 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 1 03 February 2025 On-campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 03 February 2025 On-campus Dr Girija Chetty
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 03 February 2025 Online real-time Dr Girija Chetty
2025 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 2 26 May 2025 On-campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 28 July 2025 Online real-time Dr Girija Chetty
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 28 July 2025 On-campus Dr Girija Chetty
2025 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 3 15 September 2025 On-campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 16 February 2026 Online real-time Dr Girija Chetty
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 16 February 2026 On-campus Dr Girija Chetty
2026 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 1 02 March 2026 On-campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2026 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 2 29 June 2026 On-campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 10 August 2026 Online real-time Dr Girija Chetty
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 10 August 2026 On-campus Dr Girija Chetty
2026 UC College, Bruce, ACT UC College Trimester 3 26 October 2026 On-campus Mr Tariq Alqura'N Alzyadat
The information provided should be used as a guide only. Timetables may not be finalised until week 2 of the teaching period and are subject to change. Search for the unit timetable.

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

Extensions & Late submissions

Artificial intelligence

Students are not permitted to use generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in assessments for this unit.

GenAI may only be used in authorised ways when completing assessments at UC. This means that GenAI can only be used for an assessment when:

  1. the Unit Convener has authorised GenAI use for that assessment
  2. the student uses GenAI in the way that the assessment instructions allow
  3. the student fully acknowledges their use of GenAI, with proper citations, references and a GenAI Acknowledgement Statement in line with the assessment instructions.

Where the assessment instructions do not specifically state that GenAI may be used and how, then its use is not permitted for that assessment. Students must still provide the required GenAI Acknowledgement Statement to indicate whether GenAI has or has not been used in the preparation of the assessment. If unsure, students should seek advice from the Unit Convener.

The GenAI for Students Library Guide provides further information, including how to reference GenAI.

Special assessment requirements

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

  1. Complete the following assessments including Quiz1, Quiz2, Case Study with Programming problems and Programming project including presentaions and interview, and there should be no outstanding resubmissions by Friday of week 12.
  2. 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, Case Study with Programming problems and  Programming Project.
  3.  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).
  4. You must achieve at least 50% marks overall of the available marks in the Unit.
  5. The students final grade is the sum of all the assessment items/

The unit convener reserves the right to question students on any of their submitted work for moderation and academic integrity purposes. 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

DI

Total Mark   ≥ 75

CR

Total Mark  ≥ 65

P

Total Mark  ≥ 50

NX

Total Mark  < 50

Supplementary assessment

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

Assessment

  • The student final grade is the sum of all the assessment items.
  • 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.

 

Students must apply academic integrity in their learning and research activities at UC. This includes submitting authentic and original work for assessments and properly acknowledging any sources used.

Academic integrity involves the ethical, honest and responsible use, creation and sharing of information. It is critical to the quality of higher education. Our academic integrity values are honesty, trust, fairness, respect, responsibility and courage.

UC students have to complete the Academic Integrity Module annually to learn about academic integrity and to understand the consequences of academic integrity breaches (or academic misconduct).

UC uses various strategies and systems, including detection software, to identify potential breaches of academic integrity. Suspected breaches may be investigated, and action can be taken when misconduct is found to have occurred.

Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.

Learner engagement

Weekly lecture: 2*2 hours/week, 11 times

44

Weekly tute/lab/: 2 hours/week  11 times

22

Case study with programming problems

30

Programming project

34

Quizzes

20

Total

150

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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