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Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills

Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills

Unit of competency
National Code
ICAPRG527A
State Code
D8039
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/07/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/03/2012
Field of Education
020103 - Programming
Original Release Date
26/03/2012
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake intermediate level programming tasks using an object-oriented programming language.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Build applications using provided language utilities
  • 1.1 Review program requirements
  • 1.2 Divide multiple source-code files into logical units and packages
  • 1.3 Use at least two of the utilities of the target language allowing for internal storage of collections of data
  • 1.4 Use the utilities of the target language providing internal data sorting and searching facilities
  • 1.5 Employ integrated-development environment facilities to make files to automate program building
  • 1.6 Follow guidelines for developing maintainable code adhering to coding standards
  • 1.7 Use the facilities in the language for persisting objects to binary files
  • 1.8 Use the operator and function or method overloading facilities available in the language at an introductory level
  • 1.9 Demonstrate ability to use exception-handling techniques to ensure program stability
  • 1.10 Demonstrate use of a class that is based on multiple inheritances
2. Write programs that interact with a database
  • 2.1 Design and implement programs that connect to a database
  • 2.2 Design and implement programs that use the language facilities to extract, update and delete data stored in a database
  • 2.3 Design and implement programs that use the language facilities to manipulate database structure (query, create and delete)
  • 2.4 Write programs that deliver transactional integrity
3. Write graphical user interface (GUI)
  • 3.1 Employ GUI framework or text windowing interface appropriate to the chosen language
  • 3.2 Demonstrate use of standard GUI components
  • 3.3 Use the facilities within the language for GUI objects to respond to user and program-generated events
4. Debug application
  • 4.1 Use stand-alone debugging tools or tools provided by integrated development environment to examine variables and trace running code
  • 4.2 Use debugger to detect logical and coding errors
  • 4.3 Use tracing of code and examination of variable contents during execution to detect and correct errors
5. Test application
  • 5.1 Design and document limited tests of code
  • 5.2 Undertake limited testing of produced code to ensure it complies with program specification
  • 5.3 Capture and document test results
6. Create and maintain documentation
  • 6.1 Read and interpret supplied design document to create code
  • 6.2 Create and maintain program documentation
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.

Collections of data may include:
hash tables
lists
queues
sets
stacks
trees.
Integrated development environment may include:
Code Warrior
Eclipse
J-Edit
Visual C++
Visual Studio suite.
Coding standards may include:
GNU
Java.
Language may include:
C#.net
C++
Java
Small Talk
VB.NET.
Database may be:
object
relational.
GUI components may include:
buttons
check boxes
drop-down lists
option buttons
text input fields.
Documentation may include:
architecture documentation
code comments
design documents
in-code documentation
internal module documentation
release documents
requirement documents
test documents
user manuals.
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.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the ability to:
design and build application programs from a problem scenario and program specification.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
requirements document or object-oriented design structures
programming languages that support object-oriented development
database management system (DBMS)
appropriate learning and assessment support when required
modified equipment for people with special needs.
Method of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
evaluation of completed application
review of documentation of this application
verbal or written questioning to ensure knowledge of:
object-oriented programming
coding standards
methods used to access data in databases
documentation techniques.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.
Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.
In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D0083 ICAB5223B Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUV94 ICTPRG527 Apply intermediate object-oriented language skills Unit of competency