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 |
| School Of Information Technology & Systems | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 16 February 2026 | On-campus | Dr Girija Chetty |
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 10 August 2026 | 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. Object-Oriented Programming in Python by Dusty Phillips
https://www.amazon.com.au/Python-3-Object-Oriented-Programming/dp/1849511268
3. 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.
Submission of assessment items:Where possible, all assessment items will be submitted online via the teaching site in UCLearn. The first page of each assessment item should include the following information:
Students' names are not to be included on any assessment tasks/submission. Only Student ID numbers should be included (as per the Assessment Policy and Assessment Procedures). Assessment items must be submitted to the assignment area in the UCLearn teaching site, relating to that piece of assessment. It is the student's responsibility to upload the correct and corresponding draft or assessment item, to the right submission section. Late submissions will only be accepted for a limited period. If more than one late submission is made within that period, only the first late submission will be accepted for marking and may be subject to penalties as detailed in the Assessment Procedures. ExtensionsStudents can apply for an extension to the submission due date for an assessment item due to extenuating, evidenced circumstances (specific details are found in the Assessment Procedures). An extension must be applied for before the due date. Documentary evidence (e.g. medical certificate) will be expected for an extension to be granted, however this will not guarantee that the application will be successful. The Unit Convener or relevant Program Director/Course Convener will decide whether to grant an extension and the length of the extension. An Assignment Extension form is available from the Student Forms page. Late SubmissionThe following late submission period and penalty is applicable to any teaching period commencing after 1 April 2024. To support the provision of timely feedback to students within the unit, late penalties will apply for summative assessments where late submission is permitted. Late submissions without an approved extension or reasonable adjustment will result in a penalty of a mark reduction of 10% of the maximum available marks for the assessment item per day (or part thereof) up to and including three calendar days. If a student submits more than three calendar days late without an approved extension or reasonable adjustment, the student will be allocated a mark of zero for that assessment, with no feedback provided. Approval of extensions based on extenuating circumstances will be dependent upon the production of supporting documentation and at the discretion of the unit convener. For teaching periods commencing prior to 1 April 2024, a late penalty of 5 % of the maximum available marks for the assessment item per day (or part thereof) was applied up to and including seven calendar days. An assignment submitted over 7 days late will not be accepted.
Artificial intelligence
More detailed information can be found at GenAI and Assessment at UC |
Special assessment requirements
To Pass the Unit, you will need to satisfy the following conditions:
- 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.
- 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 |
| DI |
Total Mark ≥ 75 |
| CR |
Total Mark ≥ 65 |
| P |
Total Mark ≥ 50 |
| NX |
Total Mark < 50 |
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.
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 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
