Software Tools

Unit code: HIT3066

Credit points	12.5 Credit Points
Duration	1 Semester
Contact hours	36 Hours
Campus	Hawthorn
Prerequisites	A university level software engineering unit
Corequisites	Nil

Related course(s)

A unit of study in the and Bachelor of Science (Information Technology).

Aims and objectives

One way of improving software productivity and quality is by using software tools. Unfortunately studies have shown that in most cases the acquired software tools are either not used or only partly used. Therefore in this course we shall examine a mix of fundamentals (software engineering activities and tools) and practical hands-on knowledge on software tools. A combination of tools breadth and depth approach will be used covering in depth most important tools for testing and software configuration management, and a breadth of various tools.

Teaching methods

Lectures (24 hours), Tutorial (Lab) (12 hours)

Assessment

Assignments, Laboratories, Examination

Generic skills outcomes

The graduate attributes which relate to this unit of study help to produce graduates who:

Are capable in their chosen professional areas.
Are adaptable and manage change.
Operate effectively in work and community situations.
Are aware of environments.

Content

Software Tools.
Software Configuration Management and Testing Tools.
Client-Server & Web, Software Engineering and Tools.
Software Process Models and Software Cycles & Tools.

Reading materials

Pressman, R, Software Engineering: A Practitioner's Approach, 6th edn, Boston, McGraw-Hill, 2005.

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