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<p>This unit provides students with a basic understanding of the fundamental programming concepts that are inherent in all computer programs. In addition, an introduction is given to the principles involved in designing, developing, testing and debugging applications for information systems. This unit will incorporate additional learning hours to support the development of students’ academic and study skills.</p>
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<p>Topics may include:<br>
• Overview of software development and where programming fits in.<br>
• Problem-solving techniques, program types, algorithms and/or pseudocode and programming languages.<br>
• The use of variables, operators and programming syntax.<br>
• Program logic including the use of branching, loops and identifying logic errors.<br>
• Procedures and functions.<br>
• Introduction to the use of data, data persistence and file input/output.<br>
• Main features of procedural programming.<br>
• Introduction to common software development methodologies.<br>
• Searching and sorting techniques.</p>
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<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Unit description
<p>This unit provides students with a basic understanding of the fundamental programming concepts that are inherent in all computer programs. In addition, an introduction is given to the principles involved in designing, developing, testing and debugging applications for information systems. This unit will incorporate additional learning hours to support the development of students’ academic and study skills.</p>
Unit content
<p>Topics may include:<br> • Overview of software development and where programming fits in.<br> • Problem-solving techniques, program types, algorithms and/or pseudocode and programming languages.<br> • The use of variables, operators and programming syntax.<br> • Program logic including the use of branching, loops and identifying logic errors.<br> • Procedures and functions.<br> • Introduction to the use of data, data persistence and file input/output.<br> • Main features of procedural programming.<br> • Introduction to common software development methodologies.<br> • Searching and sorting techniques.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Information Technology
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
020103 - Programming
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Melbourne City Campus (On Campus)</p></p> <p><strong>Summer Semester</strong><p>Melbourne City Campus (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/gpsit1400">View unit fees</a>
Requisites
Prerequisite
None
Corequisite
None
Exclusion
None
Learning outcomes
Learning outcomes
<p>On successful completion of this unit, students are expected to gain the following [K]nowledge, [S]kills and [A]pplication of knowledge & skills</p>
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<p>Identify and use the correct syntax of a common programming language.</p>
K2
<p>Recall and use typical programming constructs to design and implement simple software solutions.</p>
K3
<p>Reproduce and adapt commonly used basic algorithms.</p>
K4
<p>Explain the importance of programming style concepts (documentation, mnemonic names, indentation).</p>
S1
<p>Utilise pseudocode and/or algorithms as a major program design technique.</p>
S2
<p>Write and implement a solution algorithm using basic programming constructs.</p>
S3
<p>Demonstrate debugging and testing skills whilst writing code.</p>
S4
<p>Describe program functionality based on analysis of given program code.</p>
S5
<p>Develop the appropriate English language and academic skills to successfully study at an undergraduate level.</p>
A1
<p>Design, develop, test and debug program solutions to identified problems using accepted design constructs.</p>
Assessment
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<p>Students will provide theoretical answers and practical solutions to a range of questions and problem types drawn from theory and examples used during this unit.</p>
<p>Portfolio</p>
<p>20-30%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, S2, S3, S4, S5, A1
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<p>Students will utilise pseudocode, basic programming constructs, algorithms, design constructs and standard style concepts to design, write, implement and document solutions to simple problems.</p>
<p>Assignment(s)</p>
<p>40-60%</p>
K1, K2, K3, K4, S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, A1
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<p>Students will present code and explain programming concepts, demonstrating their understanding of logic, structure, and design decisions, and effectively communicating the purpose, functionality, and rationale behind their solutions.</p>
<p>Presentations(s)</p>
<p>10-40%</p>
K4, S2, S3, S4, S5, A1
Supplementary assessment available:
Yes
Supplementary assessment information:
<p>Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment.</p>
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Description of FedTASK outcome
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FedTASK 1: Interpersonal
The ability to effectively communicate, interact and work with others both individually and in groups.
<p>Level 2 - Student demonstrates some independence within provided guidelines</p>
FedTASK 2: Leadership
The ability to apply professional skills and behaviours in leading others.
FedTASK 3: Critical Thinking and Creativity
The ability to work in complexity and ambiguity using imagination to create new ideas.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 4: Digital Literacy
The ability to work fluently across a range of tools and applications to achieve a range of skills.
<p>Level 1 - Students require directions and boundaries from mentor</p>
FedTASK 5: Sustainable and Ethical Mindset
The ability to consider and assess the consequences and impact of ideas and actions in enacting ethical and sustainable decisions.
FedTASK
<p>Federation University recognises that students require key transferable employability skills to prepare them for their future workplace and society. FedTASKs (<strong>T</strong>ransferable <strong>A</strong>ttributes <strong>S</strong>kills and <strong>K</strong>nowledge) provide a targeted focus on five key, transferable Attributes, Skills, and Knowledge that are embedded within curriculum, developed gradually towards successful measures and interlinked with cross-discipline and co-operative learning opportunities.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Information Technology
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
020103 - Programming
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 2</strong><p>Melbourne City Campus (On Campus)</p></p> <p><strong>Summer Semester</strong><p>Melbourne City Campus (On Campus)</p></p>
Grade scheme:
Graded (e.g. HD, D, C, etc)
Placement component:
No
Fee information:
<a href="http://www.federation.edu.au/locate/unit/gpsit1400">View unit fees</a>
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