Course Title: Write scripts for software applications
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 2023
Course Code: COSC7420C
Course Title: Write scripts for software applications
School: 520T Future Technologies
Campus: City Campus
Program: C4424 - Certificate IV in Cyber Security
Course Contact: Luke Eberbach
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4381
Course Contact Email: luke.eberbach@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Course Coordinator: Ken Gardiner
Email: ken.gardiner@rmit.edu.au
Nominal Hours: 40
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
In this course you will gain the skills and knowledge required to plan, design and build scripts, using a scripting language to construct highly interactive and automated software applications.
It applies to those who build and integrate interactive applications or websites for internal or public sites. They may work as application developers, application-support personnel, programmers specialising in a scripting language, web application programmers, or web developers.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
ICTPRG435 Write scripts for software applications |
Element: |
1. Specify software application requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Identify required software application outcomes 1.2 Discuss expectations of final software application with required personnel |
Element: |
2. Determine script requirements |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Identify main characteristics of scripting languages 2.2 Identify integrated development environment (IDE) 2.3 Identify protocols and object model used in chosen scripting language |
Element: |
3. Design and build scripts |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Create pseudo code and describe logic required in script 3.2 Review pseudo code and amend missing logic and errors 3.3 Translate pseudo code into scripts, incorporating use of basic language elements 3.4 Incorporate item manipulation using chosen scripting language |
Element: |
4. Finalise scripts |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Create internal documentation in script according to organisational procedures 4.2 Review, debug and document script according to organisational procedures 4.3 Finalise, save and confirm work with required personnel |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to plan, design and build scripts, using a scripting language to construct a highly interactive and automated software application.
It applies to individuals who build and integrate interactive applications, or websites for internal, and public, sites. They may work as application developers, application-support personnel, programmers specialising in a scripting language, web application programmers, or web developers.
Teaching Schedule
The following schedule may be subject to change.
| Week | Topic |
| 1 | Software Development |
| 2 | Scripting |
| 3 | Algorithms and Pseudocode |
| 4 |
Variables and User Input Assessment 1 released (due week 6) |
| 5 | Operators and Modules |
| 6 | Selection (IF/ELSE) |
| 7 | Selection (IF/ELIF) |
| 8 | Repetition (FOR loop) |
| 9 |
Repetition (WHILE loop) Assessment 1 resubmission (due week 10) |
| 10 |
Lists Assessment 2 Project released (due week 14, demonstration in week 15) |
| 11 | Exceptions |
| 12 | File I/O |
| 13 | Functions |
| 14 | Assessment 2 Project lab session |
| 15 | Assessment 2 Project demonstration |
| 16 | Assessment 2 Project resubmission (due week 17) |
| 17 | Assessment 2 Project resubmission lab session |
| 18 | Final resubmission (if available) |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
Students must pass each of the following assessments to demonstrate competent:
- Assessment 1 (Online quiz)
- Assessment 2 (Project)
Resubmissions
For each assessment submitted by the due date in this course students will be given feedback within 2 weeks of the assessment submission. If you do not submit your assessment by the due date or if your first attempt is not satisfactory you will be allowed a single resubmission attempt for each assessment in this course. You will be provided with a new due date by your teacher for your resubmission attempt if a resubmission is required.
Due dates
All assessment tasks will have a due date provided and published in Canvas. Assessments submitted after the due date will not be accepted unless an extension has been provided or special consideration has been granted.
Extensions
If you will not be able to meet the due date for an assessment you may apply to your teacher for an extension of up to seven days by completing the Application of Time to Submit Assessment Work Form at https://www.rmit.edu.au/content/dam/rmit/documents/Students/Student_forms/Application-for-extension-of-time-to-submit-work.pdf Applications for an extension of time must be received before the due date for an assessment.
Special Consideration
If unforeseen circumstances beyond your control prevent you from submitting your work on time you may be eligible to apply for special consideration. For further information regarding special consideration, please refer to the RMIT Special Consideration page at https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-results/special-consideration
Assessment Matrix
| Elements/Performance Criteria | Assessment 1 | Assessment 2 |
| 1.1 | X | |
| 1.2 | X | |
| 2.1 | X | |
| 2.2 | X | X |
| 2.3 | X | X |
| 3.1 | X | |
| 3.2 | X | |
| 3.3 | X | |
| 3.4 | X | |
| 4.1 | X | |
| 4.2 | X | |
| 4.3 | X |
To be deemed competent you must demonstrate a satisfactory understanding of all aspects required of the competency.
Other Information
Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
- Relevant
- Current
- Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL
Study and learning Support:
Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:
- assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support
Equitable Learning Services (ELS):
If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Equitable Learning Services (ELS) to seek advice and support to complete your studies.
Please refer to https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/support-and-facilities/student-support/equitable-learning-services to find more information about services offered by Equitable Learning Services (ELS).
Late submission:
If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.
The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days after the official due date.
Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or assessed.
Special consideration:
Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration to find more information about special consideration
Plagiarism:
Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.
Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.
Other Information:
All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.
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