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Unit Descriptor
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This unit defines the competency required to undertake introductory programming tasks using an object-oriented programming language. Competency includes tool usage, documentation, debugging and testing techniques in support of the programming activities. There may be benefit in concurrent learning with the following unit:
The following unit is linked and forms an appropriate cluster:
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication. |
Application of the Unit
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Licensing/Regulatory Information
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Pre-Requisites
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ICAB4225B |
Automate processes |
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Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Apply basic language syntax and layout |
1.1. Demonstrate understanding and application of basic language syntax rules and best practices 1.2. Select and use language data types, operators and expressions to create clear and concise code 1.3. Use the appropriate language syntax for sequence, selection and iteration constructs 1.4. Use a modular programming approach within member/function logic 1.5. Apply arrays, including arrays of objects to introductory programming tasks 1.6. Use standard array processing algorithms 1.7. Use the facilities of the language to read and write data from/to text files and record outcomes |
2. Apply basic object-oriented principles in the target language |
2.1. Implement a class that contains primitive member/instance variables 2.2. Implement a class that contains multiple options for object construction 2.3. Implement a class that uses user-defined aggregation (object instance/member variables) 2.4. Use the facilities provided in the language to implement inheritance to at least two levels of depth 2.5. Use polymorphism at a simple level through inheritance to enable easy extension of code |
3. Debug code |
3.1. Use an integrated development environment , in particular the language debugging facilities, to debug code 3.2. Interpret compiler/interpreter messages to resolve syntax errors and use debugging techniques to resolve logic errors |
4. Document activities |
4.1. Follow organisational guidelines for developing maintainable code and adhere to the provided coding standards when documenting activities 4.2. Apply internal documentation to all code created and utilise documentation tools available in the target language when documenting activities |
5. Test code |
5.1. Create and conduct simple tests to confirm code meets design specification 5.2. Document the tests performed and results achieved |
6. Create an application |
6.1. Develop a solution when provided with a basic object -oriented design document 6.2. Reference appropriate documentation for the language |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Overview of assessment |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of the following is essential:
To demonstrate competency in this unit the person will require access to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Programming in object-oriented languages is a software development methodology that offers the programmer standard reusable software modules (components), rather than requiring the developer to write custom programming code each time. Using standard components reduces development time (because the writing and testing of those components has already been done by other programmers), and ensures a standard look and feel for programs using the same components. Object-oriented languages are an important feature of software development processes world-wide. The breadth, depth and complexity of knowledge and skills in this competency would cover a broad range of varied activities or application in a wider variety of contexts most of which are complex and non-routine. Leadership and guidance would be involved when organising activities of self and others as well as contributing to technical solutions of a non-routine or contingency nature. Assessment must ensure:
The stages of the development methodology should be followed within the scope of a project or scenario, and the relevant supporting documentation produced. |
Method of assessment |
The purpose of this unit is to define the standard of performance to be achieved in the workplace. In undertaking training and assessment activities related to this unit, consideration should be given to the implementation of appropriate diversity and accessibility practices in order to accommodate people who may have special needs. Additional guidance on these and related matters is provided in ICA05 Section 1.
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example:
An individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
Additionally, an individual demonstrating this competency would be able to:
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Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included. |
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Integrated development environment may include but is not limited to: |
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Coding standards may include: |
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Language may include but is not limited to: |
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Design specification may include but is not limited to: |
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Standard array processing algorithms may include but is not limited to: |
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Object -oriented design document may include: |
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Competency field
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