COMP SCI 7084 - Introduction to Software Engineering
North Terrace Campus - Semester 1 - 2014
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code COMP SCI 7084 Course Introduction to Software Engineering Coordinating Unit Computer Science Term Semester 1 Level Postgraduate Coursework Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 2.5 hours per week Assumed Knowledge COMP SCI 7082 or COMP SCI 7201, Mathematics as taught in MATHS 1012 or MATHS 1000A/B or MATHS 1008 Assessment written exam, assignments Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Amali Weerasinghe
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
At the end of this course, you should be able to
1. understand the issues of producing quality software
2. design an object-oriented design using UML notation
3. prepare a design in Rational Software Architect (RSA), an industrial strength tool
4. be able to design test suites
5. be aware of human issues in the software engineering professions: ethics and professional
practice
6. understand the different aspects of project management in producing quality software
7. work in small groups最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
最新糖心Vlog Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Knowledge and understanding of the content and techniques of a chosen discipline at advanced levels that are internationally recognised. 2, 3, 4, 6 The ability to locate, analyse, evaluate and synthesise information from a wide variety of sources in a planned and timely manner. 2, 3, 4, 6 An ability to apply effective, creative and innovative solutions, both independently and cooperatively, to current and future problems. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 Skills of a high order in interpersonal understanding, teamwork and communication. 6, 7 A proficiency in the appropriate use of contemporary technologies. 2, 3, 4 A commitment to continuous learning and the capacity to maintain intellectual curiosity throughout life. 1, 5 A commitment to the highest standards of professional endeavour and the ability to take a leadership role in the community. 1, 5 An awareness of ethical, social and cultural issues within a global context and their importance in the exercise of professional skills and responsibilities. 1, 5 -
Learning Resources
Online Learning
All information about this course will be available via the ISE Moodle page.
It is accessible from
The Moodle page will include:
– A discussion forum for asking questions
– Links to online resources
– Lecture schedule, notes, recordings
– Assignment specifications and tutorial questions
– Other important announcements
* It is important that you check these forums regularly.
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Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
In this course you will receive two one hour lectures per week. You are expected to attend all of the lectures. In the lectures, we will discuss new concepts and discuss worked examples.
Starting from week 2, tutorials will be held fortnightly. Some of the tutorials will be held within computer labs as they are focussed on developing practical skills needed for the assignments. Even though your answers to tutorials are not assessed, we strongly encourage you to attempt the questions prior to each tutorial to receive maximum benefit. Your attendance will be recorded.
Details of the assignments will be outlined in the Assessment section.Workload
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
Students are expected to spend 10-12 hours per three unit course. This includes approximately 2.5 hours of contact time per week. Remaining hours should be spent on independent study.
Learning Activities Summary
This course consists of the following key topics:
Topic Description Introduction The first lecture for this course introduces you to the course requirements and to the laboratory environment that you will be using throughout the course. Software Testing Testing Principles, Development Testing, Software Inspections, Unit Testing, Component Testing, System Testing, Test Driven Development, Release Testing, Acceptance Testing Analysis and Design Principles of Design, Design Approaches, Object-Oriented Analysis and Design, Unified Modelling Language, Design Patterns Software Project Management Software pricing, Plan-driven development, Project scheduling, Agile planning, Estimation techniques Ethics Bases for Ethics – Objectivist vs Relativist, Theories for Ethical behaviour – Teleological vs Deontological -
Assessment
The 最新糖心Vlog's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
This course has TWO components:
1. Final written exam: 65%
2. Coursework: 35%
- Assignment 1 (Individual assignment focused on developing software testing skills): 10%
- Assignment 2 (Group assignment on object-oriented analysis and design): 15%
- Assignment 3 (Individual assignment on software project management): 10%
Assessment Related Requirements
Students must obtain at least 40% in each of the assessment components (exam and course work), and 50% overall, to pass the course.Assessment Detail
Written exam: this will be a closed-book exam. Questions will test the students’ understanding of concepts presented throughout the course, and their ability to put them to use to solve problems.
Tutorial and class participation: intended to assess the student’s knowledge in practical application of the concepts taught in lectures.
Assignments: are used to help assess whether the required graduate attributes are being developed. Written feedback will be provided for some of the assessment work.Submission
Tutorial answers will not be assessed. However, we strongly encourage you to attempt the questions prior to each tutorial to receive maximum benefit. Your attendance will be recorded.
Assignments will be submitted online. Please refer to each assignment description for details.Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the 最新糖心Vlog to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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Student Support
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- Modified Arrangements for Coursework Assessment Policy
- Reasonable Adjustments to Learning, Teaching & Assessment for Students with a Disability Policy
- Student Experience of Learning and Teaching Policy
- Student Grievance Resolution Process
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