Unit Outline
School of Information and Communication Technology
College of Sciences and Engineering
KIT107
Programming
Semester 2, 2023
Julian Dermoudy
CRICOS Provider Code: 00586B
 
Unit Coordinator
Julian Dermoudy
Email: Julian.Dermoudy@utas.edu.au
 
 
What is the Unit About?
Unit Description
This unit extends the students' knowledge and experience of programming. It introduces dynamic data structures, foundational collection abstract data types, and computational algorithms and techniques. Programming is undertaken in Java and C and topics include: references and pointers, memory management, self-referential data structures, abstract data types and their implementation, and an introduction to algorithm complexity.
Intended Learning Outcomes
As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.
On completion of this unit, you will be able to:
1
specify abstract data types and implement them in both an object-oriented and a procedural programming context
2
develop and analyse programs containing dynamic data structures through the application of knowledge of computing principles and technical skills
3
employ pair-programming techniques while collaborating with peers
Requisites
REQUISITE TYPE
REQUISITES
Pre-requisite
KIT101 OR KIT103
Anti-requisite (mutual excl)
XPD126
Alterations as a result of student feedback
No changes requested in previous offering.
 
 
Teaching arrangements
ATTENDANCE MODE
TEACHING TYPE
LEARNING ACTIVITY
CONTACT HOURS
FREQUENCY
On Campus
Lecture
A real-time (i.e. synchronous) interactive activity involving the whole class whose primary purpose is the presentation and structuring of information/ideas/skills to facilitate student learning. All students are expected to attend.
1
2 times per week
Computer Laboratory
A structured real-time (i.e. synchronous) computer-based activity in a small-group setting where the primary purpose is the clarification, exploration or reinforcement of subject content presented or accessed at another time or place (e.g. lecture, preparatory work). It is teacher supported and may involve student-teacher and/or student-student interaction and dialogue for achievement of its learning outcomes. The students enrolled in the class are expected to attend.
1
StudyPeriod 12 times
Independent Learning
Involving reading, listening to audio, watching video, and/or completing exercises and/or quizzes, self-study is individual work undertaken when the student chooses (i.e. asynchronous), most likely through engagement with MyLO. The content is examinable, and may need to be completed prior to attending classes and/or attempting assessment tasks.
1
Weekly
Attendance/Engagement Expectations
It is expected that you will attend all on-campus and onsite learning activities. This is to support your own learning and the development of a learning community within the unit.
 
If you miss a learning activity for a legitimate reason (e.g., illness, family commitments) teaching staff will attempt to provide alternative activities (e.g., make up readings) where it is possible.
 
If you are unable to attend regularly, please discuss the situation with your course coordinator and/or our UConnect support team.
 
 
 
 
How will I be Assessed?
Assessment schedule
ASSESSMENT TASK #
ASSESSMENT TASK NAME
DATE DUE
WEIGHT
LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
ASSESSMENT TASK 1:
Assignment 0 (Formative Task)
Week 3
0 %
LO2
ASSESSMENT TASK 2:
Assignment 1 (Pair-based)
Week 5
12 %
LO1, LO3
ASSESSMENT TASK 3:
Assignment 2 (Individual)
Week 10
24 %
LO1, LO2
ASSESSMENT TASK 4:
Assignment 3 (Pair-based)
Week 13
24 %
LO1, LO2, LO3
ASSESSMENT TASK 5:
Examination
Exam Period
40 %
LO1, LO2
Assessment details
Assessment Task 1: Assignment 0 (Formative Task)
TASK DESCRIPTION:
A tiny Java programming exercise to allow you to reflect upon your ability and seek early help before summative tasks are issued.

TASK LENGTH:
Program of not more than 50 lines.
DUE DATE:
Week 3
WEIGHT:
0 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOME
1
Implement solution to given revision problems including user input, data processing, and calculated output.
LO2
 
Assessment Task 2: Assignment 1 (Pair-based)
TASK DESCRIPTION:
A small Java programming exercise to be undertaken in pairs. Peer feedback is undertaken with this assessment task.

TASK LENGTH:
Program of not more than 300 lines.
DUE DATE:
Week 5
WEIGHT:
12 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOME
1
Produce and submit source file which compiles without error.
LO1, LO3
2
Implement solution to given algorithmic problem including user input, data processing, and calculated output.
LO1, LO3
3
Structure the program by adopting syntactic and style guidelines.
LO1, LO3
 
Assessment Task 3: Assignment 2 (Individual)
 
TASK DESCRIPTION:
A C programming assignment to be completed individually.

TASK LENGTH:
Program of not more than 500 lines.
DUE DATE:
Week 10
WEIGHT:
24 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOME
1
Produce and submit source file which compiles without error.
LO1, LO2
2
Specify and implement solution to given abstract data type problem including user input, data processing, and calculated output.
LO1, LO2
3
Structure the program by adopting syntactic and style guidelines.
LO1, LO2
 
Assessment Task 4: Assignment 3 (Pair-based)
TASK DESCRIPTION:
A large C pair-programming assignment to be completed in pairs. Peer feedback is undertaken with this assessment task.

TASK LENGTH:
Multiple programs each of less than 200 lines.
DUE DATE:
Week 13
WEIGHT:
24 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOME
1
Produce and submit source file which compiles without error.
LO1, LO2, LO3
2
Implement solution to given data structure problem including user input, data processing, and calculated output.
LO1, LO2, LO3
3
Structure the program by adopting syntactic and style guidelines.
LO1, LO2, LO3
 
Assessment Task 5: Examination
TASK DESCRIPTION:
3-hour on-line open-book examination

TASK LENGTH:
3hr
DUE DATE:
Exam Period
WEIGHT:
40 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOME
1
Debug a given program.
LO1, LO2
2
Explain technical terms giving relevant examples.
LO1
3
Select and justify Abstract Data Types given specific scenarios and implement them.
LO1, LO2
4
Apply and analyse the behaviour and performance of particular Abstract Data Types.
LO1, LO2
5
Produce code to solve a given problem
LO2
 
 
 
How your final result is determined
To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.
 
Submission of assignments
Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.
 
Requests for extensions
If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.
A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.
The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.
Late Penalties
Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.
 
Review of results and appeals
You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.
 
 
 
Required resources
Required Reading Materials
N/A
 
Recommended Reading Materials
N/A
 
Other Required Resources
COMPUTING FACILITIES
The Discipline of ICT has PC labs, Mac labs, and special purpose Networking labs at the Newnham and Sandy Bay campuses. All students are provided with logins for Windows, Macintosh and Unix environments. If you have not used these facilities before please contact the ICT Help Desk. If you would like to access these facilities after hours please contact the ICT Help Desk.

USE OF FACILITIES
Use of computing facilities provided by the Discipline of ICT is subject to the Discipline's Ethics Guidelines, details of which are posted at http://www.utas.edu.au/technologyenvironmentsdesign/ict/currentstudentresources/ethicsguidelines.

Copies of the guidelines are also available in all ICT labs. The Discipline's facilities may only be used for study related purposes, and may not be used for personal gain. Antisocial behaviour in labs such as game playing, viewing pornography, loud discussion, audio without the use of headphones, etc is strictly prohibited in all labs at all times.

Eating, drinking, and smoking is not permitted in the labs. Before being granted access to the Discipline's facilities, you will be required to sign a declaration that you have read and understand these guidelines, and that you will abide by them. You will also be required to complete the relevant MyLO course to gain access. Disciplinary action may be taken against students who violate the guidelines. Details about gaining access to the labs can be found at ICT Reception.