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.

Unit details

Location:
Footscray Park
VU Sydney
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
NIT2213

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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. Apply a UML-based modelling tool in the design of software systems; and  
  4. Apply the different types of models of UML to design of software systems.  

Assessment

Assessment type Description Grade
Test Practical Knowledge Test 20%
Laboratory Work Assessable Laboratory 40%
Test Test 40%

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You can choose to study this unit as part of the following courses. Refer to the course page for information on how to structure your course to include this unit.

Course Study as part of
Bachelor of Information Technology Software Development - Discipline Minor
Bachelor of Information Technology Web and Mobile Application Development - Major
Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) Web and Mobile Application Development - Major

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