ITO4131 · Java programming

Overview

This unit aims to provide you with the basic concepts involved in the development of well structured software using a programming language. It concentrates on the development of problem solving skills applicable to all stages of the development process. You will gain experience with the translation of a problem specification into a program design, and the implementation of that design into a programming language. The unit introduces software engineering topics such as maintainability, readability, testing, documentation, modularisation, and reasoning about correctness of programs. You are expected to read and understand existing code as well as develop new code.

Offerings

Assessment

The Handbook does not list a final examination among the assessment items. That is not a guarantee there is none.

In-semester assessment: 100%

Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.

Requisites

The Handbook lists no prerequisite, corequisite or prohibition for this unit.

Learning outcomes

1. Design and construct Java programs according to standard object-oriented principles
2. Apply and demonstrate debugging processes to Java applications
3. Develop strategies for efficient and effective program testing
4. Document code according to specific programming standards
5. Identify and apply the "object-oriented" concepts of encapsulation, abstraction and polymorphism
6. Explain and apply software engineering principles of maintainability, readability and modularisation

Workload

A minimum of 144 hours over the 6 week teaching period should be used to complete assignments, participating in discussions, private study and revision.

Student experience, not official rules. Nothing here changes what the Handbook says.