Course Title: Evaluate and modify object oriented code programs

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term1 2014

Course Code: COSC6142C

Course Title: Evaluate and modify object oriented code programs

School: 130T Vocational Engineering

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6122 - Advanced Diploma of Electronics and Communications Engineering

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: vocenengineering@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

Dr Olga Gredeskoul
Phone: +613 9925 4392
Email: olga.gredeskoul@rmit.edu.au
 

Nominal Hours: 40

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

UEENEED101A, UEENEEE101A

Course Description

This unit covers evaluating and modifying programs based on object-oriented code. It encompasses safe working practices, following written and oral instruction and procedures, applying knowledge of object-oriented code scripting and testing and documenting outcomes.
Note:  This unit applies to all aspects of Electrotechnology – engineering applications only. For general competencies related to Information Technologies refer to the latest endorsed IT Training Package.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

UEENEED103A Evaluate and modify object oriented code programs

Element:

1. Prepare to evaluate and modify programs written in object oriented code.

Performance Criteria:

1.1. OHS processes and procedures for a given work area are identified, obtained and understood
1.2. Established OHS risk control measures and procedures are followed in preparation for the work.
1.3. The extent of program modification work is determined from job performance specifications and in consultation with relevant persons
1.4. Activities are planned to meet scheduled timelines in consultation with others involved in the work.
1.5. Appropriate development kit and software are selected based on specified requirements and performance standard.
1.6. Strategies are implemented to ensure programming is carried out efficiently.
 

Element:

2. Evaluate and modify programs written in object oriented code.

Performance Criteria:

2.1. OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out the work are followed.
2.2. Knowledge of computer function features are applied to object oriented programming.
2.3. Correct syntax is applied to evaluating and modifying.
2.4. Key features of the object-orientated programming language are applied to evaluation and modification. (See Note)
2.5. Approaches to issues/problems are analysed to provide most effective solutions.
2.6. Quality of work is monitored against personal performance agreement and/or established organisational or professional standards.
 

Element:

3. Test and document modified programs written in object oriented code.

Performance Criteria:

3.1. Procedures are developed to test modified programming.
3.2. Problems and bugs in code are rectified to ensure specification in the creation of the code is met.
3.3. Intermediate and final work reports are written in accordance with professional standards, and presented to appropriate person(s).
 


Learning Outcomes


Refer to Elements


Details of Learning Activities

You will involve in the following learning activities to meet requirements for the UEENEED103A competency and stage 1 capabilities for Engineering Associates

  • Classroom tutorial activities to learn principles and concepts of Object-Oriented programming
  • Practical activities to develop skills in describing and using key features of object-oriented programming language; evaluating a program written in object oriented code, modifying a program according to given specifications, testing the modified program, writing intermediate and final work reports in accordance with professional standards
  • Projects involving demonstrating your understanding of engineering processes and ability to interpret them in terms of object-oriented programming language; your effective team participation and/or leadership will be required for successful completion of the projects 


Teaching Schedule

Week                        Topics Delivered                                       

           Elements / Performance Criteria             

1
  • Course introduction. Assessments, assessment criteria.
  • Identify, obtain and understand OHS processes and procedures for computer programming.
  • Follow established OHS risk control measures and procedures in preparation for the work.
  • In-class Online test  (10%)
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5
2
  • Describe Object-Oriented programming concepts.
  • Use Integrated Development Environment to evaluate and modify program written in OO code.
  • Create a project in MS Visual Studio.
2.1, 2.2, 2.3
3
  • Plan Graphical User Interface (GUI) design according to given specifications  
  • Use Toolbox, Forms and controls.
1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.2
4
  • Identify Classes and Objects.  
  • Initialise objects and set Controls’ properties.
  • Practical Test 1 (10%)
1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.2
5
  • Explain variables and operations
  • Write a simple program
  • Follow object oriented programming language’s conventions
1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.2
6
  • Add Buttons, Labels and Text Boxes.
  • Change controls’ properties
1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
7
  • Explain the concept of event-driven programming
  • Implement user interaction
1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.2
8
  • Understand data types.
  • Convert text (string) to numeric data types
  • Online test 2 (10%)
1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.2
 
9
  • Select and add image to GUI.
  • Describe and use arrays and collections
  • Implement File-dialog and Colour-dialog features
 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.2
10
  • Use MessageBox 
  • Major project (Team Project – 20%) is discussed with the teams
 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.1, 3.2, 3.3
11
  • Developing Procedures to test modified program.
  • Rectifying problems and bugs in code to ensure specification in the creation of the code is met.
  •  Practical Test 2 (10%)
1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.1, 3.2
12
  • Major Project – stage 1: Analyse an object-oriented program
  • Develop plan for modifications
  • Write intermediate and final work reports in accordance with professional standards.
 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.1, 3.2, 3.3
 
13
  • Read from and write to text files.
  • Understand and use Exceptions
 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.1, 3.2, 3.3
14
  •  Working on Major Project – stage 2: Testing and debugging the program
 3.1, 3.2, 3.3
15
  • Team Project presentation
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.1, 3.2, 3.3
 
16
  •  Revision.  
 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1,5
2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6
3.1, 3.2, 3.3
 
17 - 18  Final Practical Examination 40%  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course are mapped against stage 1 Capabilities for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:


EA1.1. Descriptive, formula-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the practice area.
EA1.2. Procedural-level understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the practice area.
EA1.3. In depth practical knowledge and skills within specialist sub-disciplines of the practice area.
EA1.4. Discernment of engineering developments within the practice area.
EA1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the practice area.
EA1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the area of practice.
EA2.1. Application of established technical and practical methods to the solution of well defined engineering problems.
EA2.2 Application of technical and practical techniques, tools and resources to well defined engineering problems.
EA2.3. Application of systematic synthesis and design processes to well defined engineering problems.
EA2.4. Application of systematic project management processes.
EA3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability
EA3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA3.5. Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.
EA3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.

For detailed mapping / information please refer to the C6122 program guide under the accreditation section, www.rmit.edu.au/programs/structure/c6122auscy

                                          Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

UEE11 Competencies EA1.1 EA1.2 EA1.3  EA1.4 EA1.5 EA1.6 EA2.1 EA2.2 EA2.3 EA2.4 EA3.1 EA3.2 EA3.3 EA3.4 EA3.5 EA3.6
UEENEED103A 2 3 3 2 1 2 3 3 3 1 1 1 1 3 2 2

 

0 (blank) Graduate attribute is not assessed
1 Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element
2 Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element
3 Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts


References

J.Farrell, Microsof Visual C# 2010: An Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming , 4th Edition, Course Technology, 2011

978053847516

P.J.Dietel, H.M.Dietel. Visual C# 2008 How to Program, 3rd ed. Pearson Education Australia, Sydney, 2009

013605322-X


Other Resources

Course notes, sample programs, online quizzes and tests will be available from the course Blackboard website


Overview of Assessment

The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:

 

Assessment 1: Practical /Online Tests

Weighting towards final grade (%): 50

 

Assessment 2: Project

Weighting towards final grade (%): 50

These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment Mapping Matrix

Element/Performance Criteria Covered  Practical / Online tests Project
1.1 X X
1.2 X X
1.3 X X
1.4 X X
1.5 X X
2.1 X X
2.2 X X
2.3 X X
2.4 X X
2.5 X X
2.6 X X
3.1   X
3.2   X
3.3   X

 

 

 

 

 

 


Assessment Tasks

 

  • Practical / Online Tests - 40 % 
  • Project - 20% 
  • Final practical test - 40 %

 

This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course grades are allocated:

 

  • 80 - 100: CHD - Competent with High Distinction
  • 70 - 79: CDI - Competent with Distinction
  • 60 - 69: CC - Competent with Credit
  • 50 - 59: CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
  • 0 - 49: NYC - Not Yet Competent
  • DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.


Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs UEENEEH182A Elements & Performance Criteria

UEENEED103A Elements and Performance Criteria

Assessments    1.1  1.2  1.3 1.4  1.5  2.1  2.2 2.3 2.4  2.5  2.6 3.1 3.2  3.3
Practical / Online tests X X X X X X X X X X X      
Major Project X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Final Practical test     X X X X X X X X X X X X

Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Capabilities

 Assessments EA1.1  EA1.2 EA 1.3 EA1.4  EA1.5  EA1.6  EA2.1 EA2.2  EA2.3  EA2.4 EA3.1 EA3.2 EA3.3 EA3.4 EA3.5  EA3.6
Practical / Online tests X X X X     X X X         X X X
Project   X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Final Practical test X X X     X X X X         X    
ALL ASSESSMENTS X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

Other Information

  • In this course, minimum student directed hours are 8 in addition to 32 scheduled teaching hours.
  • Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, assignments, project work, and individual student-teacher course-related consultation.

Other Information
Study and Learning Centre (SLC)
provides free learning and academic development advice to you. Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:

- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support

Disability Liaison Unit:

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and support to complete your studies.

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit

Late Submission:

If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.

If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.


Special Consideration:

Please refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.

Email Communication:

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
 

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