OTHM Level 4 Unit Principles of Computer Programming (F/650/3384) Assignment Brief

Unit Principles of Computer Programming Assignment Brief 

Unit Aims

The aim of this unit is to give learners a basic understanding of object- oriented programming languages and how to produce effective code. It also enables learners to gain a perspective of software development and the basic principles of algorithms.

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Scenario

There is no scenario for this task. Instead you must show your knowledge and understanding about computer programming.

Task 1

Unit Learning Outcomes

• LO 1 Understand the principles of computer programming. 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5
• LO 4 Understand the tools and techniques used for software development. 4.1, 4.2, 4.3, 4.4, 4.5

Assignment Brief and Guidance

Part 1

You are required to write a report to show your understanding about the principles of computer programming. Your report should:

• Describe the benefits of computer programming in society and in business.
• Describe the principles of computer programming.
• Summarise the historical development of computer programming.
• Explain the fundamental components of a programming language.
• Compare the strengths and limitations of modern computer programming languages.

Part 2

You are required to write a report to show your understanding about the tools and techniques used for software development. Your report should:

• Explain different types of software development techniques.
• Evaluate the use of different software development tools.
• Evaluate software testing methodologies.
• Describe software deployment techniques.
• Evaluate methods of reviewing system performance.

Delivery and Submission

The submission is in the form of a report written in Word format for both Part 1 and 2.

• Part 1 – the recommended word limit is 750 words.
• Part 2 – the recommended word limit is 750 words.

The word limit is excluding diagrams, references, and appendices.

Referencing

You are expected to use relevant academic and reliable sources where appropriate, and clearly reference these in your work. Citations should be added to the text and placed at the end in a reference list, using the Harvard referencing style.

Task 2

Unit Learning Outcomes

• LO 2 Understand the principles of algorithms 2.1, 2.2, 2.3

Assignment Brief and Guidance

Create an algorithm that will ask a user to input the length and width of a rectangle and will then calculate the area. Display your algorithm as a flowchart. You must include an explanation of the algorithmic techniques and solutions you have used.

Delivery and Submission

The submission is in the form of a report written in Word format. The recommended word limit is 500 words excluding diagrams, references, and appendices.

Task 3

Unit Learning Outcomes

• LO 3 Understand the object-oriented programming language. 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 ,3.4, 3.5
• LO 5 Be able to create a software programme to solve a problem using object-oriented programming. 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6

Assignment Brief and Guidance

Part 1

Write a report in which you:

• Explain the benefits of object-oriented design.
• Evaluate when to use object-oriented design methodology.
• Explain how objects are used in object-oriented programming.
• Explain the steps in creating an object-oriented program.
• Explain how to compile a program and debug codes.

Part 2

Discuss with your Tutor and agree on a suitable project for the programming language you have learnt. Your Tutor may give you specifications of the project or you may develop your own ideas. You are required to:

• Identify a problem which can be solved using object-oriented programming.
• Create a flowchart to illustrate the problem and solution.
• Create a defined user requirements document.
• Produce a software development plan from a system design.
• Develop and deploy a software solution to solve the problem.
• Evaluate the software against business and user requirements.

Delivery and Submission

The submission for Part 1 is a report written in Word format. The recommended word limit is 500 words excluding diagrams, references, and appendices.

The submission for Part 2 is in the form of compiled codes, executable files and any other relevant documents covering all the tasks as set out in the previous section. There is no fixed word limit for Part 2.

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