Module 06-15500 (2019)

The software design study gives the student the opportunity to work in a team (typically 5 or 6 students) on a challenging and substantial software design project. This will normally include mainly the early phases of the software lifecycle (requirements analysis and software design), but may also include the further development of prototype software and/or demonstration software. The final report must include a fully costed proposal for the development of a complete software product.

• give the student practical experience of working as part of a team on a challenging software design task
• allow the student to demonstrate competence as software engineering professional, and to apply what has been learnt in the other components of his or her degree programme
• develop the research skills to find, evaluate and apply knowledge on topics that are completely new to the student

1. complete the design of a substantial piece of software to a professional standard, which may include the further development of prototype software
2. work effectively and professionally in a team with full responsibility for the conduct and management of the project
3. give an oral presentation of the work, together with a full written report

None

By arrangement with supervisor. Student work, supporting tutorials.

Contact Hours: 20

Sessional: continuous assessment (100%).

Supplementary (where allowed): None; the module may only be repeated.

The continuous assessment consists of a formal presentation of the project work, together with written progress reports and a final report.

Not applicable