You are here: Newcastle University People Search | Site Map | Accessibility | Skip to Content Newcastle University Module Catalogue 2021/22 Search Search For: Module Catalogue Module Reports for Staff Module Catalogue 2021/22 CSC8404 : Advanced Programming in Java Offered for Year: 2021/22 Module Leader(s): Dr Ellis Solaiman Owning School: Computing Teaching Location: Newcastle City Campus Semesters Semester 1 Credit Value: 10 ECTS Credits: 5.0 Pre Requisites Pre Requisite Comment Significant learning or experience in Object Oriented Programming Co Requisites Co Requisite Comment None Aims The module aims to develop advanced skills in object-oriented design and in the practical use of Java. It covers various aspects of sound object-oriented design and practice in Java, using practical exercises to illustrate design principles. It gives an introduction to frequently used libraries and contemporary software development tools to aid the programmer in the building and testing applications. Outline Of Syllabus 1. The Java Object Model 2. Programming for low coupling and implementation independence including interface-based hierarchies, object factories and composition. 3. Safer programming - information hiding, defensive copying and immutability 4. Introduction to distributed programming with Java RMI 5. Java Software Development Tools including an IDE and the JUnit test framework. Learning Outcomes Intended Knowledge Outcomes The ability to describe and discuss: - best practices for developing Java applications, - awareness of common pitfalls, - some of the libraries available, - some reusable design patterns for object oriented applications. Intended Skill Outcomes To be able to develop sound object oriented Java applications. To be able to evaluate which design patterns apply to their applications. To be able to use some of the best practice tools to aid development. Teaching Methods Teaching Activities Category Activity Number Length Student Hours Comment Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities Lecture 1 2:00 2:00 Guest Talk (PiP) Structured Guided Learning Lecture materials 12 1:00 12:00 Recorded videos of learning materials introducing concepts and introducing practical work. Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities Practical 9 2:00 18:00 Practicals (9 x 2 hour practical sessions in the lab (PiP)). Guided Independent Study Project work 15 2:00 30:00 coursework Guided Independent Study Independent study 15 2:00 30:00 Background reading Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities Scheduled on-line contact time 4 2:00 8:00 Online synchronous discussions. One 2 hour session per week + one 2 hour session wk 1 as intro Total 100:00 Teaching Rationale And Relationship Video recordings and lectures will be used to introduce the learning material and for demonstrating the key concepts by example. Synchronous online lecture sessions will be used to discuss learning materials and for Q&A. Students are expected to follow-up lectures within a few days by re-reading and annotating lecture notes to aid deep learning. This is a very practical subject, and it is important that the learning materials are supported by hands-on opportunities provided by lab practical classes. Students are expected to spend time on coursework outside timetabled practical classes. Students aiming for 1st class marks are expected to widen their knowledge beyond the content of lecture notes through background reading. Reading Lists CSC8404's Reading List Assessment Methods The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners Other Assessment Description Semester When Set Percentage Comment Practical/lab report 1 M 100 1 programming exercise (40 hours) Assessment Rationale And Relationship The coursework weighting (100%) reflects the importance of practical aspects of this module. Timetable Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/ CSC8404's Timetable Past Exam Papers Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/ CSC8404's past Exam Papers General Notes N/A Disclaimer: The information contained within the Module Catalogue relates to the 2021/22 academic year. In accordance with University Terms and Conditions, the University makes all reasonable efforts to deliver the modules as described. Modules may be amended on an annual basis to take account of changing staff expertise, developments in the discipline, the requirements of external bodies and partners, and student feedback. Module information for the 2022/23 entry will be published here in early-April 2022. Queries about information in the Module Catalogue should in the first instance be addressed to your School Office. Undergraduate | Postgraduate | Research | Business | International | About Us | Maps and Directions | Web Site Map Newcastle University, NE1 7RU, United Kingdom, Telephone: (0191) 222 6000 From outside the UK dial +44 191 222 6000 Website information and feedback Last updated 19 April, 2021 © 2021 Newcastle University
