SENG6120
10 units
6000 level
Course handbook
Description
Expands the problem-solving techniques of SENG6110 to large problems, with an in-depth study of an object-oriented software analysis and design methodology. Software implementation techniques and standards are introduced with the aim of improving programming skills. Students use fundamental algorithmic techniques and structures such as stacks, queues, trees and heaps as tools for problem solving design and implementation.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Online
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. To understand the Object-Oriented notions and how the notions are implemented in object-oriented programming languages.
2. To understand the need for the most appropriate data structure to provide the best solution to a problem
3. To understand and use Linear, Hierarchical and Graph Structures in problem solving and algorithms
4. To understand and use arrays and linked structures in implementing data structures
Content
- Object oriented programming techniques
- Stacks, queues, trees, heaps, hash tables
- Methods for searching and sorting
- Recursion
- Hashing
Requisite
This course replaces SENG4420. If you have successfully completed SENG4420 you cannot enrol in this course.
Assumed knowledge
SENG6110
Assessment items
In Term Test: Class Exam
Written Assignment: Assignment 1
Written Assignment: Assignment 2
Written Assignment: Assignment 3
Formal Examination: Formal Examination
Compulsory Requirement: Pass requirement 40% - Must obtain 40% in this assessment item to pass the course.
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Computer Lab-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 1 - 2024 - Online
Computer Lab-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Lecture-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- SENG6120 - Semester 1, 2024 (All) (PDF, 311.4 KB)
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