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Apply intermediate programming skills in another language

Apply intermediate programming skills in another language

Unit of competency
National Code
ICAPRG418A
State Code
D8010
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
08/11/2011
Field of Education
020103 - Programming
Original Release Date
08/11/2011
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to undertake intermediate programming tasks using another programming language. The language may be an object-oriented language.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
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, such as arrays
2. Code using standard algorithms
  • 2.1 When coding, use a modular programming approach, including pass-by-reference parameter passing
  • 2.2 Write code to create and manipulate a 2-D 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 stand-alone 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
  • 4.3 Use documentation tools available in the target language when documenting activities
5. Test code
  • 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 in response to a user requirement
  • 6.2 Access multiple source code files
  • 6.3 Employ integrated development environment project maintenance facilities or make files to automate program building
  • 6.4 Develop a program specification solution when provided with a basic design document
  • 6.5 Design the algorithm, and document, construct and test applications in response to a problem description using the language
  • 6.6 Document the completed application
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.

Data types may include:
language-provided data types
standard data types
database management system (DBMS)-specific data types.
Integrated development environment may include:
Borland C++
Code Warrior
Eclipse
Visual C++
Visual Studio suite.
Organisational guidelines may include:
communication methods
content of emails
dispute resolution
document procedures and templates
downloading information and accessing particular websites
financial control mechanisms
opening mail with attachments
personal use of emails and internet access
virus risk.
Coding standard may include:
ANSI C
GNU.
Documentation may follow:
audit trails
International Organization for Standardization (ISO), International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), and Australian Standards (AS) standards
naming standards
project-management templates
report writing
version control.
Language may include:
C
C++
Java
Small Talk
VB
VB.NET.
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 to a problem scenario and program specification
generate code documentation and test it to confirm that created application meets original specification and solves original problem
produce technical documentation for the application program.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
software development environment
technical requirements
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:
verbal or written questioning to assess candidate’s knowledge of:
arrays
dynamic variables
modular programming
evaluation of candidate’s application
review of candidate’s technical documentation.
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
D0058 ICAB4229B Apply intermediate programming skills in another language Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AUV62 ICTPRG418 Apply intermediate programming skills in another language Unit of competency