School of Computer Science

Module 06-34153 (2020)

Software Workshop 1

Level 4/M

Uday Reddy Ian Kenny Miriam Backens Subashini Manimaran Jacqueline Chetty Semester 1 20 credits
Co-ordinator: Jacqueline Chetty
Reviewer: Uday Reddy
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Outline

This module introduces and develops the principles of object oriented and imperative programming. Students will learn how to design and develop computer programs using an object-oriented programming language, and how to test their correctness. The development of complete applications with a graphical user interface (GUI) will be introduced.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to:

  • Explain and apply the core concepts of object-oriented programming
  • Design and implement computer programs using an object-oriented approach
  • Explain and apply methods and techniques for program testing
  • Use external libraries effectively
  • Explain the rationale for the use of object oriented programming and its limitations

Assessment

  • Main Assessments: Continuous assessment (100%)
  • Supplementary Assessments: Continuous assessment (100%) over the Summer period

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