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COMP SCI 1106UAC - Introduction to Software Engineering

Career: Non-Award
Units: 3
Term: Semester 2
Campus: University of Adelaide College
Contact: Up to 3 hours per week
Available for Study Abroad and Exchange: No
Available for Non-Award Study: No
Co-Requisite: COMP SCI 1101, COMP SCI 1102, COMP SCI 1201, ENG 1002, ENG 1003, MECH ENG 1100, MECH ENG 1101, MECH ENG 1102, MECH ENG 1103, MECH ENG 1104 or MECH ENG 1105
Incompatible: COMP SCI 2006
Assessment: Written exam and/or assignments
Syllabus:

This course provides a general introduction to software engineering. It introduces concepts such as software processes and agile methods, and essential software development activities, from initial specification through to system maintenance. Formalisms and tools to assist in software development are also presented, including common design patterns and UML notation. There is a focus on software testing, from unit testing to the testing of software releases. Project management , software security, professional software engineering practice, ICT codes of ethics, and IT governance will also be covered. Case studies provide practical examples for many of these concepts.

Course Fees

Tuition fees for students undertaking this course are charged by University of Adelaide College.


Course Outline

A Course Outline which includes Learning Outcomes, Learning Resources, Learning & Teaching for this course may be accessed here


Critical Dates

Term Last Day to Add Online Census Date Last Day to WNF Last Day to WF
Semester 2 Mon 11/08/2025 Wed 20/08/2025 Fri 19/09/2025 Fri 31/10/2025


Class Details

Enrolment Class: Tuition
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
21764 TT01 24 24 30 Jul - 17 Sep Wednesday 9am - 10am 132 Grenfell St, 109, Teaching Room
8 Oct - 29 Oct Wednesday 9am - 10am 132 Grenfell St, 109, Teaching Room
21765 TT02 24 24 29 Jul - 16 Sep Tuesday 11am - 12pm 132 Grenfell St, 115, Teaching Room
7 Oct - 28 Oct Tuesday 11am - 12pm 132 Grenfell St, 115, Teaching Room
21766 TT03 24 24 29 Jul - 16 Sep Tuesday 10am - 11am 132 Grenfell St, 115, Teaching Room
7 Oct - 28 Oct Tuesday 10am - 11am 132 Grenfell St, 115, Teaching Room
Related Class: Workshop
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
22485 WR18 3 3 7 Aug - 18 Sep Thursday 4pm - 5pm Engineering Nth, N218, Teaching Room
9 Oct - 30 Oct Thursday 4pm - 5pm Engineering Nth, N218, Teaching Room
22882 WR10 6 6 8 Aug - 19 Sep Friday 9am - 10am Engineering Nth, N218, Teaching Room
10 Oct - 31 Oct Friday 9am - 10am Engineering Nth, N218, Teaching Room
22883 WR09 4 4 8 Aug - 19 Sep Friday 2pm - 3pm Engineering & Mathematics, EMG07, Teaching Room
10 Oct - 31 Oct Friday 2pm - 3pm Engineering & Mathematics, EMG07, Teaching Room
22884 WR08 6 6 5 Aug - 16 Sep Tuesday 1pm - 2pm Petroleum Engineering, G13, Teaching Room
7 Oct - 28 Oct Tuesday 1pm - 2pm Petroleum Engineering, G13, Teaching Room
22885 WR07 6 6 4 Aug - 15 Sep Monday 2pm - 3pm Barr Smith South, 2052, Teaching Room
6 Oct - 27 Oct Monday 2pm - 3pm Barr Smith South, 2052, Teaching Room
22886 WR06 3 3 7 Aug - 18 Sep Thursday 11am - 12pm Engineering & Mathematics, EMG07, Teaching Room
9 Oct - 30 Oct Thursday 11am - 12pm Engineering & Mathematics, EMG07, Teaching Room
22887 WR05 9 9 4 Aug - 15 Sep Monday 3pm - 4pm Engineering & Mathematics, EMG06, Teaching Room
6 Oct - 27 Oct Monday 3pm - 4pm Engineering & Mathematics, EMG06, Teaching Room
22888 WR04 6 6 6 Aug - 17 Sep Wednesday 2pm - 3pm Petroleum Engineering, G13, Teaching Room
8 Oct - 29 Oct Wednesday 2pm - 3pm Petroleum Engineering, G13, Teaching Room
22889 WR03 6 6 8 Aug - 19 Sep Friday 10am - 11am Engineering Nth, N218, Teaching Room
10 Oct - 31 Oct Friday 10am - 11am Engineering Nth, N218, Teaching Room
22890 WR02 6 6 8 Aug - 19 Sep Friday 11am - 12pm Engineering Nth, N218, Teaching Room
10 Oct - 31 Oct Friday 11am - 12pm Engineering Nth, N218, Teaching Room
22891 WR01 6 6 8 Aug - 19 Sep Friday 3pm - 4pm Engineering Nth, N218, Teaching Room
10 Oct - 31 Oct Friday 3pm - 4pm Engineering Nth, N218, Teaching Room
Automatic Enrolment Class: Lecture
Class Nbr Section Size Available Dates Days Time Location
22881 LE01 60 60 29 Jul - 16 Sep Tuesday 12pm - 1pm Scott Theatre, 001, Scott Theatre
1 Aug - 19 Sep Friday 1pm - 2pm Scott Theatre, 001, Scott Theatre
7 Oct - 28 Oct Tuesday 12pm - 1pm Scott Theatre, 001, Scott Theatre
10 Oct - 31 Oct Friday 1pm - 2pm Scott Theatre, 001, Scott Theatre
Note: For an enriching and interactive learning experience, it is highly recommended to attend the lecture in person. While the lecture will be recorded, it is primarily intended for review purposes and for individuals who cannot attend due to special circumstances. Please check MyUni for details once enrolled.