Course Title: Apply mathematical techniques for software development
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: COSC7400C
Course Title: Apply mathematical techniques for software development
Important Information:
Please note that this course may have compulsory in-person attendance requirements for some teaching activities.
Please check your Canvas course shell closer to the course start date to see if this course requires mandatory in-person attendance.
The delivery method of the course might have to change quickly in response to changes in course requirements. It is advisable for students to keep in contact with their teachers regarding in-person course attendance.
School: 520T Future Technologies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4410 - Certificate IV in Information Technology
Course Contact: Saud Khan
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4612
Course Contact Email: saud.khan@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Nominal Hours: 30
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
None
Course Description
This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to use basic mathematical methods and operations in standard computer notation, Boolean algebra, data types and computer storage.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
ICTPRG442 Apply mathematical techniques for software development |
Element: |
1. Establish task requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify and configure software development environment according to business need 1.2 Discuss and confirm software development task and intent according to business need 1.3 Identify and discuss different mathematical techniques in software development |
Element: |
2. Manipulate number and character representation systems in a software development context |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Convert numbers between binary, decimal and hexadecimal number systems 2.2 Add, subtract and multiply numbers in binary 2.3 Determine binary memory storage of an integer and a character |
Element: |
3. Manipulate algebraic terms and solve linear equations in a software development context |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Position number types on number line 3.2 Evaluate various numerical expressions involving integers, fractions and indices 3.3 Simplify various algebraic expressions involving integers, fractions and indices |
Element: |
4. Construct, simplify and evaluate expressions and mathematical formulas in a software development context |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Solve simple equations 4.2 Convert formulas between standard algebraic form and computer notation 4.3 Create formulas in standard algebraic form and in computer notation 4.4 Simplify and evaluate Boolean expressions and formulas 4.5 Complete truth tables using simple Boolean expressions and logic 4.6 Save and confirm work with required personnel |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course the candidate will demonstrate the ability to complete the tasks outlined in the elements, performance criteria and foundation skills of this unit.
Details of Learning Activities
A range of learning activities are planned for this course including self-paced and collaborative classroom based activities.
The collaborative classroom based activities will include theory sessions, practical lab sessions, tutorial sessions, and out-of-class research and homework.
We expect you to participate and contribute in all scheduled learning activities. It enhances the skills and knowledge required to use basic mathematical methods and operations in standard computer notation, Boolean algebra, data types, and computer storage.
Teaching Schedule
| Week 1 | 14 - 20 July |
Introduction. Overview of arithmetic operations. Manipulating negative integers. BODMAS |
Pre-Assessment Quiz. |
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| Week 2 | 21 - 27 July |
Fractions, Decimals and Indices |
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| Week 3 | 28 July - 03 August |
Introduction to Algebra. Algebraic expressions and equations. Solution of linear equations |
Practice Quiz for Assessment 1 | |
| Week 4 | 04 - 10 August |
Flowcharts and algorithms |
Assessment Task 1 - Online Test 1 |
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| Week 5 | 11 - 17 August |
Computer models for linear algebra |
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| Week 6 | 18 - 24 August |
Computer models for linear algebra |
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| Week 7 | 25 - 31 August |
Data representation. Decimal and binary number systems. |
Assessment Task 2 -Lab Assessment 1 Algebra Modelling Topics covered: |
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01 - 07 September |
Mid-semester break |
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| Week 8 | 8 - 14 September | Decimal and binary number conversions. The hexadecimal numbering system. |
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| Week 9 | 15 - 21 September |
Digital codes (Binary, BCD, Gray code). |
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| Week 10 | 22 - 28 September |
Binary arithmetic, negative number representation in binary |
Practice Quiz for Assessment 3 |
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| Week 11 | 29 September - 05 October |
Introduction to digital logic, logic gates and truth tables. |
Assessment Task 3 - Online Test 2 -Number Systems Topics covered: |
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Week 12 Week 13 |
06 - 12 October 13 - 19 October |
Simplification of digital logic using Boolean algebra. |
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| Week 14 | 20 - 26 October |
Converting logic expression to a logic circuit and vice versa. |
Practice Quiz for Assessment 4 | |
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Week 15 Week 16 |
27 October- 2 November 03 - 09 November |
Applications of Boolean algebra in logic circuit minimization |
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| Week 17 |
10 - 16 November |
Revision during the class. Discuss logic gates, Boolean algebra. |
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| Week 18 | 17 - 23 November | Catch up class/Assessment’s Final Re-submissions (if available) |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Please refer to Canvas for details on other courses.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises and various types of assessments.
Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
Students Must complete the following assessments:
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Assessment Task 1: Online Test 1 |
Assessment Task 2: Lab Test 1 |
Assessment Task 3: Online Test 2 |
Assessment Task 4: Lab Test 2 |
Assessment Matrix
Assessment Matrix
| Elements | Performance Criteria | ||||
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Assessment Task 1: Online Test 1 |
Assessment Task 2: Lab Test 1 |
Assessment Task 3: Online Test 2 |
Assessment Task 4: Lab Test 2 |
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1. Establish task requirements |
1.1 Identify and configure software development environment according to business need |
AT2 :Activity 1 and 2 |
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1.2 Discuss and confirm software development task and intent, according to business need |
AT2: Activity 3 and 4 |
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1.3 Identify and discuss different mathematical techniques in software development |
AT1-Q 24 |
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2. Manipulate number and character representation systems in a software development context |
2.1 Convert numbers between binary, decimal and hexadecimal number systems |
AT3Q1-3,6-7 |
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2.2 Add, subtract and multiply numbers in binary |
AT3Q5,Q9-10 |
AT4 Section 1 |
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2.3 Determine binary memory storage of an integer and a character |
AT3 Q11-13 |
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3. Manipulate algebraic terms and solve linear equations in a software development context |
3.1 Position number types on number line |
AT1 Q23 |
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3.2 Evaluate various numerical expressions involving integers, fractions and indices |
AT1 Q1- Q23 |
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3.3 Simplify various algebraic expressions involving integers, fractions and indices |
AT2 Q 3a & 3b |
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4. Construct, simplify and evaluate expressions and mathematical formulas in a software development context |
4.1 Solve simple equations |
AT2 Q1b,1c,2a,2b |
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4.2 Convert formulas between standard algebraic form and computer notation |
AT2Q1b/c,2a/b, 3a/b |
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4.3 Create formulas in standard algebraic form and in computer notation |
AT2 Q1b/c,2a/b, 3a/b |
AT4-Section 2b |
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4.4 Simplify and evaluate Boolean expressions and formulas |
AT4 -Section 3 |
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4.5 Complete truth tables using simple Boolean expressions and logic |
AT4 Section 3 AT4 Section 4 |
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4.6 Save and confirm work with required personnel |
AT4 Section 4 |
Other Information
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Extensions and Special Consideration
Extensions:
• Extensions are available for unforeseen circumstances of a short-term nature.
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• Extensions can be approved for up to 7 days past the due date for an assessment. (Where students need an extension exceeding 7 days, they must instead apply for special consideration.)
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