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Programming unit (KXO107)

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Introduction

This unit extends the students' knowledge and experience of programming. It introduces dynamic data structures, foundational collection abstract data types, and computational algorithms and techniques. Programming is undertaken in Python and Java and topics include: references, memory management, self-referential data structures, abstract data types and their implementation, and an introduction to algorithm complexity.

Summary

Unit name Programming
Unit code KXO107
Credit points 12.5
College/School Sciences and Engineering
School of Information and Communication Technology
Discipline Information & Communication Technology
Coordinator Doctor Sumbal Maqsood
Available as an elective? Yes
Delivered By University of Tasmania and Third Party(ies): Shanghai Ocean University AEIN Institute
Level Introductory

Sustainable Development Goals

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Learning Outcomes

  • specify abstract data types and implement them in both a procedural and an object-oriented programming context
  • develop and analyse programs containing dynamic data structures through the application of knowledge of computing principles and technical skills
  • employ pair-programming techniques while collaborating with peers

Fee Information

Field of Education Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 Domestic Full Fee 4
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Requisites

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

XPD126 OR KIT107

Teaching

Teaching Pattern

On-Campus enrolments at Shanghai Ocean University: 

  • Lectures ("Seminars"): 2x1 hr/wk
  • Lab Classes ("Tutorials"): 1x2 hrs/wk (from week 1)
  • Independent Learning: 2 hrs/wk (on average)


For this unit, students are expected to attend lectures and on-campus lab classes and are expected to remain up-to-date with content which is delivered asynchronously on-line.

AssessmentAssignment 0 (Formative Task)|Assignment 1 (Pair-based) (12%)|Assignment 2 (Individual) (24%)|Assignment 3 (Pair-based) (24%)|Examination (40%)
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Textbooks

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