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Software Engineering

Unit code: NIT2213 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(One credit point is usually equivalent to one hour of study per week)
Location
Footscray Park
Online Real Time
VU Sydney
Prerequisites
N/A
Overview
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Overview

Description: This unit introduces students to the design of software systems. It covers modelling of systems using Unified Modelling Language (UML) and relevant visual models in this design.

Content: Introduction to UML; use of a UML-based modelling tool; analysis and design; use cases; objects and classes; class diagrams; interaction diagrams.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Apply knowledge of concepts of software engineering and UML to design of software systems;
  2. Design software systems using UML;
  3. Adapt a UML-based modelling tool in the design of software systems; and
  4. Develop the different types of models of UML to design of software systems.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Test
|
Grade: 20%
Practical Knowledge Test 1: In Class (Session 5): Knowledge-based Test Questions
Assessment type: Laboratory Work
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Grade: 40%
Assessable Laboratory - Design different types of UML diagrams for the given system description
Assessment type: Test
|
Grade: 40%
Test 2 - In Class (Session 11): Open Book Scenario based and Conceptual Questions

Required reading

Reading materials will be listed on VU Collaborate

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Data Science
NBDS

Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course. VU takes care to ensure the accuracy of this unit information, but reserves the right to change or withdraw courses offered at any time. Please check that unit information is current with the Student Contact Centre.

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