Program Design (G6067)
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Program Design
Module G6067
Module details for 2024/25.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 3 (sub-degree)
Library
Steven, P and Pooley, R. 2000, Using UML: Software Engineering with Objects and Components
Module Outline
This module aims to provide the student with an understanding of object oriented program design and hands-on experience of designing, writing, testing and documenting object-oriented programs.
Topics covered on the module will include:
. software models using OO and UML
. designing classes to solve a simple programming problem
. data structures and the algorithms needed to manipulate them
. stakeholders and requirements in software development
. managing the software development process.
Computing
Standard GTS networked PC + data projector
Access to computing labs for self-study
Module learning outcomes
Describe and explain some of the key concepts of object oriented design
Produce a use-case analysis from a set of software system requirements
Apply OOD methods to develop a simple program using a suitable programming language
Describe and explain a number of key data-structures used in developing software
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 2 Assessment | 50.00% |
| Coursework | 50.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Software Exercise | T2 Week 7 | 40.00% |
| Project | T2 Week 10 | 60.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Laboratory | 2 hours | 11111111111 |
| Spring Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 22222222222 |
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