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<p>This course focuses on software engineering methodologies that are appropriate for large and/or complex software systems. Topics may include the evolution of software engineering methodologies, configuration management, Software Quality Assurance Plans (SQAPs), communication plans, work product reviews, the importance of testing and quality software, fault tolerance of software systems and future trends and developments.</p>
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<p>Evolution of software engineering.<br>
Configuration management change control.<br>
Software Quality Assurance Plans (SQAPs).<br>
Communication plans.<br>
Verification and validation in systems development.<br>
Understanding and prioritizing user requirements.<br>
Work product reviews.<br>
Importance of testing and quality software.<br>
Fault tolerance of software systems.<br>
Future trends and developments.</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 course focuses on software engineering methodologies that are appropriate for large and/or complex software systems. Topics may include the evolution of software engineering methodologies, configuration management, Software Quality Assurance Plans (SQAPs), communication plans, work product reviews, the importance of testing and quality software, fault tolerance of software systems and future trends and developments.</p>
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<p>Evolution of software engineering.<br> Configuration management change control.<br> Software Quality Assurance Plans (SQAPs).<br> Communication plans.<br> Verification and validation in systems development.<br> Understanding and prioritizing user requirements.<br> Work product reviews.<br> Importance of testing and quality software.<br> Fault tolerance of software systems.<br> Future trends and developments.</p>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Information Technology
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
020305 - Systems Analysis and Design
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (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/itech7410">View unit fees</a>
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Prerequisite
<p> must have completed 1 of <a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=ITECH1400" target="_blank">ITECH1400</a>/<a href="/ords/r/curriculum/catalogue/course?p6_code=ITECH5104" target="_blank">ITECH5104</a></p>
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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>Critique and evaluate the latest directions in software engineering methodologies.</p>
K2
<p>Analyse and apply complex decision making to determine the appropriate methodology to apply to different development situations.</p>
K3
<p>Explain the principles commonly used software engineering methodologies.</p>
S1
<p>Critically analyse and use complex decision making to research and determine the appropriate Software Engineering tools and methodologies to utilize in a given situation.</p>
S2
<p>Apply professional communication skills to collaboratively support and manage the engineering of a large software system.</p>
S3
<p>Review, critically analyse and develop artefacts to define processes for quality assurance, risk management and communication in large software development projects.</p>
S4
<p>Implement quality assurance processes and activities in order to verify user requirements and validate design decisions.</p>
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<p>Analyse a large system development problem to decide upon the best methodological approach.</p>
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<p>Develop appropriate artefacts to support and manage the software engineering process, such as change control and configuration management.</p>
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<p>Develop skills in the analysis and practical application of content introduced.</p>
<p>Team and Individual Assignment(s)</p>
<p>70% - 80%</p>
S1, S2, S3, S4, A1, A2
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<p>Participate in lectures and laboratories/tutorials, read and summarise theoretical and practical aspects of the course.</p>
<p>Written or Oral Test, Seminar, or Presentation</p>
<p>20% - 30%</p>
K1, K2, K3, S2, 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>
Key information
Institute / school:
Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability
Discipline:
Information Technology
Study level:
Postgraduate - Coursework
Credit points:
15
EFTSL:
0.125
Field of education:
020305 - Systems Analysis and Design
Offering:
<p><strong>Semester 1</strong><p>Ballarat - Mt Helen (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/itech7410">View unit fees</a>
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