Dundalk Institute of Technology Programmes and Modules - COMP C9049

Module Details

Module Code:	COMP C9049
Full Title:	Software Engineering
Valid From::	Semester 2 - 2021/22 ( January 2022 )
Language of Instruction:	English

Duration:	3 Semesters

Credits::	15

Module Owner::	Martin Mchugh

Departments:	Visual and Human-Centred Computing

Module Description:

The aim of this module is to introduce computer programming and problem-solving in the context of 3D environments. Students completing this module should understand the concepts and language constructs necessary to design, develop, test, and evaluate a software solution developed for a virtual 3D environment.
This module will also introduce students to software engineering best practice, systems modelling concepts and techniques, and software testing techniques and tools.

Module Learning Outcome
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
#	Module Learning Outcome Description
MLO1	Develop software solutions that demonstrate an understanding of the structures and concepts of an object orientated programming language.
MLO2	Design, implement, test and debug solutions to common programming problems using an industry standard IDE.
MLO3	Apply appropriate structures and techniques particular to 3D graphics solutions within a commercial game engine.
MLO4	Assess the importance and role of testing in software development.
MLO5	Create a unit test suite to assess testing quality using an industry standard testing framework.
MLO6	Illustrate the main phases of the Software Development Life Cycle.

Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named DkIT module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
No recommendations listed

Module Indicative Content
Fundamental Concepts Program structure, syntax and semantics of a higher-level language; variables, types, expressions, and assignment; simple I/O, file I/O; Integrated Development Environment and the code/compile/run cycle of program development.
Programming Control Structures Control structures and flow control
Data Structures Arrays; lists; vectors; maps; stacks; queues; strings and string processing
Functions, Classes & Methods Function declaration & definition, invocation, parameter passing, pass-by-value, pass-by-copy, return types and method overloading; Inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism; template classes and functions; lambda functions; functors; use of STL classes and functions
Implementing The Solution Design concepts and principles; problem-solving strategies; algorithms in the problem-solving process; implementation strategies for algorithms
Overview of Software Testing Evolution of testing, test strategies and test management; Examination of manual and automated testing
Unit testing Unit testing and unit test frameworks; Assert methods and flow and path testing; Using the Automation System in Unreal Engine for unit testing
Coverage and Coverage metrics Applying coverage techniques and measuring the coverage levels of a test suite, with a special focus on statement, decision and condition coverage
Software Development Life Cycle and Processes Introduction to the main phases and activities of the Life Cycle
Working with Requirements Eliciting and documenting user requirements using Agile (User Stories)
Software Design Creating an initial software design

Assessment Breakdown	%
Module Assessment
Course Work	100.00%

Module Special Regulation

Assessments

Full-time

Course Work

Assessment Type	Continuous Assessment	% of Total Mark	30
Marks Out Of	100	Pass Mark	40
Timing	n/a	Learning Outcome	1,2
Duration in minutes	0
Assessment Description Continuous assessment in the form of a four class tests delivered each three weeks across the duration of the first semester of the year-long module. Each class test will examine the programming concepts covered in that period (including control structures & functions; classes, inheritance and composition; data structures; pointers & references).

Assessment Type	Continuous Assessment	% of Total Mark	10
Marks Out Of	100	Pass Mark	40
Timing	S1 Week 6	Learning Outcome	2,3,4
Duration in minutes	0
Assessment Description Alpha prototype of a 3D graphics solution developed by each student. This level must include event handling, cameras, collision detection and collision response, game physics, use of digital assets, development of a set of interaction mechanics and the applicaton of programming concepts.

Assessment Type	Continuous Assessment	% of Total Mark	20
Marks Out Of	100	Pass Mark	40
Timing	S1 Week 12	Learning Outcome	2,3,4
Duration in minutes	0
Assessment Description Present and reflect on a prototype of a 3D graphics solution developed by each student. This level must include event handling, cameras, collision detection and collision response, game physics, use of digital assets, development of a set of interaction mechanics and the applicaton of programming concepts. Project presentation/screencast supported by defence in an oral interview.

Assessment Type	Continuous Assessment	% of Total Mark	40
Marks Out Of	100	Pass Mark	40
Timing	End of Year	Learning Outcome	3,4,5,6
Duration in minutes	0
Assessment Description This project component is made up of the following deliverables Alpha and Beta Application / Game Proof of Concept, Final Prototype. Deliverables will include submission of appropriate plans, designs, use cases, code, testing documentation and any additional resources/documentation. All projects will be approved and/or modified by the project mentoring and assessment panel as may be deemed necessary throughout the duration of the module.

No Project

No Practical

No Final Examination

Part-time