Software Development
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the Software Development major students will be able to:
| No. | Learning outcomes |
|---|---|
| 1 | Develop a broad and coherent body of knowledge in software development, learning new tools, languages, processes and technologies as they arise, from tutorial/expository resources. |
| 2 | Recognise and describe a diversity of programming paradigms and platforms. |
| 3 | Use and apply contemporary software development tools and practices. |
| 4 | Communicate concepts and findings in software development through a range of modes for a variety of audiences and purposes, using evidence-based arguments that are robust to critique. |
| 5 | Apply foundational computer science knowledge of algorithms and data structures in the design and construction of software artefacts. |
| 6 | Follow and apply process to ensure the delivery of quality artefacts within resource constraints, working individually and as a team. |
| 7 | Evaluate and report on the quality and utility of software generated by both themselves and others. |
| 8 | Explain their decisions about software functionality, structure and design choices to influence others in evaluating the software artefacts. |
| 9 | Design, construct and deliver usable software artefacts of small- to medium-scale, that meet users’ requirements and are well-structured, working both individually and as part of a team. |
| 10 | Address authentic problems in software development, working professionally, ethically responsibly within diverse, collaborative and interdisciplinary teams. |
| 11 | Work effectively, productively and ethically as a software developer in a medium-scale team, with consideration of cross-cultural perspectives. |
