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Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit defines the competency required to undertake intermediate programming tasks using another programming language. The language may be an object-oriented language. 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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ICAB4222B |
Apply introductory programming skills in another language |
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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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1. Code using user defined data structures |
1.1. Design, define and use data structures that are an aggregate of other data types 1.2. Code using an array of user-defined data types 1.3. Use the facilities in the language to create, manipulate and destroy dynamic variables but limited to simple usage, such as an array of dynamic variables |
2. Code using standard algorithms |
2.1. Demonstrate use of a modular programming approach, including pass-by-reference parameter passing 2.2. Write code to create and manipulate a two-dimensional array 2.3. Create and maintain a sorted array and use language-provided facilities for sorting an array of ordered elements 2.4. Code a simple binary search technique for use with an array of sorted data 2.5. Code binary file handling solutions using random access algorithms |
3. Debug code |
3.1. Use standalone debugging tools or tools provided by integrated development environment to debug code 3.2. Use a debugger to trace code execution and examine variable contents to detect and correct errors |
4. Document activities |
4.1. Follow organisational guidelines for developing maintainable code and adhere to the provided coding standard when documenting activities 4.2. Apply internal documentation suitable for use by peers to all code created and utilise documentation tools available in the target language when documenting activities |
5. Testing |
5.1. Design and document tests 5.2. Undertake limited testing of produced code to ensure compliance with program specification 5.3. Capture and record test results |
6. Create an application |
6.1. Build an application that requires access to multiple source code files 6.2. Employ integrated development environment project maintenance facilities or make files to automate program building 6.3. Develop a program specification solution when provided with a basic design document 6.4. Design the algorithm, and document, construct and test applications in response to a problem description using the language |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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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 languages form the underpinning software infrastructure of all computer data processing. 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. 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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Organisational guidelines may include but are not limited to: |
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Documentation may follow: |
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Data types may include but are not limited to: |
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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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Co-requisite units
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Competency field
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