Programming 1
UndergraduateRMI-CPT1212024
Course information for 2024 intake
Program a future in Object-Orientated Programming using Java classes and interfaces. Create algorithms to specification using standard control structures and step-wise refinement. Reuse code and devise strategies to test new software.
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- Subject may require attendance
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 13 weeks
- Loan available
- HECS-HELP and FEE-HELP available
Programming 1
About this subject
Upon successful completion of this course you should be able to:
- Solve simple algorithmic computing problems using basic control structures and Object-Oriented Techniques.
- Design and implement computer programs based on analysing and modelling requirements.
- Identify and apply basic features of an Object-Oriented programming language through the use of standard Java (Java SE) language constructs and APIs.
- Identify and apply good programming style based on established standards, practices and coding guidelines.
- Use GitHub for software development
- Java Basics / Revision
- Decisions, Repetition and Arrays
- Working With Classes and Objects
- Class Relationships (Managing Arrays of Objects)
- Inheritance
- Dynamic Binding and Polymorphism
- Exceptions
- File Handling
This course introduces Object-Oriented programming using the Java programming language. This course covers: algorithm development using standard control structures; design methods such as step-wise refinement and object oriented programming; the use of standard Java classes and interfaces; the use of standard APIs; I/O processing; and programming style and code reuse.
- Online Test(s) (15%)
- Invigilated Exam (50%)
- Assignment 1 (10%)
- Assignment 2 (10%)
- Assignment 3 (15%)
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Prior study
To help set you up for success before you start this subject, we suggest completing or having equivalent knowledge in:
RMI-CPT120-Introduction to Programming (no longer available)
Others
Enforced Prerequisite:
CPT120 Introduction to Programming
You may not enrol in this course unless one of these courses is explicitly listed in your enrolment program summary.
Note it is a condition of enrolment at RMIT that you accept responsibility for ensuring that you have completed the prerequisite/s and agree to concurrently enrol in co-requisite courses before enrolling in a course.
For your information the RMIT Course Requisites policy can be found at Course requisites – 7.29.1.6: http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=twx09y07zi1c
Additional requirements
- Software requirements - Unrestricted access to a Windows, Macintosh or Linux PC capable of running the Java Software Development Kit (SDK) and a Java code development IDE (such as eclipse).
- Other requirements -
Stable broadband connection required to access online learning materials and live chat sessions/recordings. (note: mobile broadband users may have difficulties participating in live chat sessions)
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
Equivalent full time study load (EFTSL) is one way to calculate your study load. One (1.0) EFTSL is equivalent to a full-time study load for one year.
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