Software Technology 1 G (8995.5)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-Campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Science And Technology |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| Academic Program Area - Technology | Graduate Level | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 3 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Interpret coding using advanced object-oriented programming paradigm;
2. Program complex software applications with an emphasis on creation of objects and classes along with procedural programming constructs;
3. Develop software applications by conforming to advanced object-oriented principles of inheritance, polymorphism and encapsulation;
4. Perform enhanced testing and validation for creating robust and reliable software by handling of events and exceptions; and
5. Enhance software usability with improved user interaction involving file input/output, database connectivity and user-friendly graphical interfaces.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems2. 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
6686 Computers and Programming G and 4483 Software Technology 1.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 29 July 2024 | On-Campus | Dr Girija Chetty |
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 03 February 2025 | On-Campus | Dr Girija Chetty |
| 2025 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 28 July 2025 | On-Campus | Dr Girija Chetty |
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
2. CodeGrade: (Online Resource)
https://www.codegrade.com/coding-courses/introduction-to-python-curriculum
3. How to code in Python: Greg Reid, 2020
4. Think Python Allen., 2nd ed., updated for Python 3 2016
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
The late penalties for Assessments are as per the University policies.
Special assessment requirements
To Pass the Unit, you will need to satisfy the following conditions:
- 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.
- You have to pass the Programming project assessment (Programming project >= 50% ) to pass the unit.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- You must achieve at least 50% marks overall of the available marks in the Unit.
- 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.
Once the above conditions have been satisfied, grades will be awarded as per the following table:
| Grade |
Formula for Grade Calculation |
| HD |
Total Mark ≥ 85 AND ST1 Capstone Project Mark ≥ 50 |
| DI |
Total Mark ≥ 75 AND ST1 Capstone Project Mark ≥ 50 |
| CR |
Total Mark ≥ 65 AND ST1 Capstone Project Mark ≥ 50 |
| P |
Total Mark ≥ 50 AND ST1 Capstone Project Mark ≥ 50 |
| NX |
Total Mark < 50 OR ST1 Capstone Project Mark < 50 |
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Supplementary assessment
Refer to the Assessment Policy and Assessment Procedures.
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 hours/week, 12 times | 24 |
| Weekly tute/lab/: 2 hours/week 11 times | 22 |
| Case study with programming problems | 30 |
| Programming project | 34 |
| Quizzes | 40 |
| 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 and Internet off-campus and on-campus
Work placement, internships or practicums
NA
