Course Description:
Software Development is a course that introduces students to the basic concepts and principles of software development and programming. The course covers different aspects of software development such as Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Programming Languages, Software Testing, Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithm Design and Analysis, and Software Project Management.
Course Objectives:
The course is designed to help students achieve the following objectives:
Course Methods:
The course is delivered through a combination of lectures and practical sessions. The lecturer will use interactive learning methods such as discussions, group work, exercises, assignments, and quizzes to ensure effective learning and understanding of the course objectives. Students will also be provided access to relevant software development tools, IDEs, and online resources to assist their learning.
Course Content:
The course content is separated into the following topics:
– Overview of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
– Roles and Responsibilities in the Software Development Process
– Software Development Models and Methodologies
– Basic Programming Concepts
– Variables, Data Types, and Operators
– Control Structures and Functions
– Debugging Techniques
– Basic OOP Concepts
– Classes, Objects, and Inheritance
– Method Overloading and Overriding
– Polymorphism and Abstraction
– Testing Techniques
– Types of Testing (Unit, Integration, and System Testing)
– Test Planning and Execution
– Defect Analysis and Reporting
– Algorithm Basics
– Algorithm Analysis
– Algorithm Design Techniques
– Project Planning and Estimation
– Resource Management
– Risk Mitigation and Quality Assurance
– Agile Development Methods
– Software Design Principles and Patterns
– Software Architecture
– Software Development Tools and Technologies
– Project Documentation