Assessment 1 Detail
Quizzes assess students’ ability to understand theoretical materials. The quiz will be either multiple choice questions or short questions relevant to the lecture materials.
There will be three quizzes on Week 4, 6 and 8. The students must attempt the online quizzes individually using the unit site. In total, quizzes are worth 10% of the unit grade. There will be no practice attempt. The quizzes need to be completed in one sitting during tutorial time.
Assessment 1 Marking Criteria and Rubric
Assessment 2: Laboratory Practicum
Due date:
Week 3, 5, 7
Group/individual:
Individual/ Invigilated
Word count/Time provided:
(Equiv. 2000 words)
Weighting:
10%
Unit Learning Outcomes:
ULO1, ULO2, ULO3, ULO4
Assessment 2 Detail
There are weekly lab activities and exercises that assess students’ understanding of theoretical materials. The students must attempt the weekly lab activities individually and submit them using the unit site. In total, the lab activities are worth 10% of the unit grade.
Assessments 2 Marking Criteria and Rubric
The assessment will be marked out of 100 and will be weighted 10% of the total unit mark. The marking criteria and rubric are shown on the following page.
Assessment 2 Marking Criteria and Rubric
Marking Criteria
Not Satisfactory
(0-49% of the criterion
mark)
Satisfactory
(50-64% of the criterion mark)
Good
(65-74% of the criterion mark)
Very Good
(75-84% of the criterion mark)
Excellent
(85-100% of the criterion mark)
Week-2 lab activities (20%)
Fails to demonstrate a clear understanding of the concept of
Techniques for
analysing programming problems and
answering the lab
activities questions.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of
Techniques for
analysing programming problems and
answering the lab
activities questions.
Demonstrates an
ability to apply the
understanding of
Techniques for
analysing programming problems mostly
correctly and
answering the lab
activities questions.
Demonstrates an
ability to correctly
apply the
understanding of the concept of Techniques for analysing
programming problems and answering the lab activities questions
Demonstrates a high ability to correctly
apply the
understanding of
Techniques for
analysing programming problems and
answering the lab
activities questions. The answer is clear, concise, correct and complete.
Week-3 lab activities (20%)
Fails to demonstrate a clear understanding of Repetition Structures and functions concept and answer the lab
activities question.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the concept of Repetition Structures and
functions and answer the lab activities
question.
Demonstrates an
ability to correctly
understand the
concept of Repetition Structures and
functions correctly and answer the lab
activities question.
Demonstrates an
ability to apply the
understanding of the concept of Repetition Structures and
functions correctly and to answer the lab
activities questions
Demonstrates a high ability to correctly
understand Repetition Structures and
functions concept and answer the lab
activities questions. The answer is clear, concise, correct and complete.
Week-5 lab activities (20%)
Fails to demonstrate a clear understanding of the concept of object oriented programming and to answer the lab activities question.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the concept of object
oriented programming and answer the lab
activities question.
Demonstrates an
ability to correctly
apply the concept of object-oriented
programming correctly and answer the lab
activities question.
Demonstrates an
ability to apply the
understanding of the concept of object
oriented programming correctly and to answer the lab activities
questions
Demonstrates a high ability to correctly
understand the
concept of object
oriented programming and answer the lab
activities questions. The answer is clear, concise, correct and complete.
Week-7 lab activities (20%)
Fails to demonstrate a clear understanding of the Systems
development lifecycle concept and answer the lab activities
question.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the Systems development lifecycle concept and answer the lab
activities question.
Demonstrates an
ability to apply the
concept of Systems development lifecycle correctly and answer the lab activities
question.
Demonstrates an
ability to apply the
understanding of the concept of Systems development lifecycle correctly and to answer the lab activities
questions
Demonstrates a high ability to understand the concept of Systems development lifecycle correctly and answer the lab activities
questions.
The answer is clear, concise, correct and complete.
Week-9 lab activities (20%)
Fails to demonstrate a clear understanding of the concept of UML to answer the lab
activities question.
Demonstrates a clear understanding of the concept of UML and answer the lab
activities question.
Demonstrates an
ability to understand the concept of UML mostly correctly and answer the lab
activities question.
Demonstrates an
ability to apply the
understanding of the concept of UML
correctly and to answer the lab activities
questions
Demonstrates a high ability to apply UML correctly and answer the lab activities
questions.
The answer is clear, concise, correct and complete.
Assessment 3: Programming Project and Report
Due date:
Week 8
Group/individual:
Individual
Word count/Time provided:
Report 1000 words + Code (equiv. 2500 words)
Weighting:
40%
Unit Learning Outcomes:
ULO1, ULO3
Assessment 3 Detail
Task
Python Programming Assessment: Data Processing and Analysis
Project Objective:
The Python Programming Assessment aims to evaluate the students’ proficiency in using functions and various data structures (lists, tuples, dictionaries) to process and analyse data. The project should demonstrate their understanding of programming concepts, data manipulation, and the effective use of functions and data structures.
Project Description:
You are assigned a data analysis project for a company named “DataTech Solutions.” The company has provided you with a dataset containing information about their employees, and they require you to perform specific data analysis tasks. You will store the data directly in data structures within your Python program.
Dataset Structure:
The dataset consists of the following columns:
1. Employee ID (integer)
2. Employee Name (string)
3. Department (string)
4. Salary (float)
5. Years of Experience (integer)
Tasks: Create a Python program that uses data structures (lists, dictionaries) to perform the following tasks:
1. Load Data:
• Manually create a list of dictionaries to represent the dataset.
2. Display Employee Information:
• Create a function to display the information for a specific employee based on their Employee ID.
• Allow the user to input an Employee ID, and if the ID exists in the dataset, display the corresponding employee information.
3. Calculate Average Salary:
• Create an algorithm (called Algorithm 1) to calculate the following:
o Calculate and display the average salary of all employees.
4. Department-wise Salary Distribution:
• Create an algorithm (called Algorithm 2) to calculate the following:
o Create a function that displays the salary distribution for each department. o The output should show the total number of employees and the average salary for each department.
5. Identify High Experience Employees:
• Create a function that identifies employees with more than 10 years of experience. • Display the names and departments of these high-experience employees.
6. Update Employee Salary:
• Create a function that allows the user to update the salary of a specific employee based on their Employee ID.
• Prompt the user for the Employee ID and the new salary.
Assessment Evaluation:
• Proper usage of functions, lists, dictionaries, and data processing.
• Correctness and accuracy of data analysis.
• Clear and structured output presentation.
• Error handling for user inputs.
• Overall code organization, readability, and adherence to Python best practices. Your report will consist of:
1. Your algorithm (pseudocode)
2. Source code for your Python implementation
Assessments 3 Marking Criteria and Rubric
The assessment will be marked out of 100 and will be weighted 40% of the total unit mark. The marking criteria and rubric are shown on the following page.
Assessment 3 Marking Criteria and Rubric
Marking Criteria
Not Satisfactory
(0-49% of the criterion
mark)
Satisfactory
(50-64% of the criterion mark)
Good
(65-74% of the criterion mark)
Very Good
(75-84% of the criterion
mark)
Excellent
(85-100% of the criterion mark)
Algorithms Content (10%)
The Algorithm does not meet the pass
criteria.
Missing many tasks, use of decisions
incorrect
Algorithms follow the convention, contain three notation errors, and produce an
algorithm at a high level.
Algorithms have at most one notation error.
The algorithm
matches the
program code.
Algorithms precisely describe the algorithm design.
Flowcharts do not
have any unnecessary components.
Algorithm design is efficient in terms of time and memory.
Algorithms layout (10%)
The Algorithm is
cluttered looking or confusing. It is often difficult to locate
important elements
The Algorithm has a usable layout, but it is not easy to locate the most important
elements.
The Algorithm has a usable layout. It is easy to locate all of the important
elements.
The Algorithm has an attractive and usable layout. It is easy to locate all important elements
The Algorithm has an exceptionally
attractive and usable layout. It is easy to locate all important elements. Graphic
elements are used
effectively to organise material.
Identify correct
input/ output
(10%)
Unable to identify any input and output
Able to identify only one input or output
Able to identify
some input and
output correctly
Able to identify all input and output
correctly
Able to identify all input and output
correctly and provide alternative
Appropriate choice of variable names or data structure
(10%)
Unable to identify the required data type or data structure
Able to identify the required data type or data structure but
does apply correctly
Able to apply
required data type or data structure but does not
produce correct
results
Able to apply required data type or data
structure and produce partially correct results
Able to apply required data type or data
structure and produce correct results
A correct choice of sequential, selection or repetition control structure
(10%)
Unable to identify the required control
structure
Able to identify
required control but does apply correctly
Able to apply the required control
structure but does not produce correct results
Able to apply the
required control
structure and produce partially correct results
Able to apply the
required control
structure and produce correct results
Free from syntax, logic, and runtime errors
(10%)
Unable to run
program
Able to run program but have a logic error
Able to run the
program correctly without any logic error
Able to run the
program correctly
without any logic error and display
inappropriate output
Able to run the
program correctly
without any logic error and display
appropriate output
Validate input for errors and out-of range data
(10%)
The program
produces incorrect results
The program
produces correct
results but does not display them
correctly. Does not check for errors and out-of-range data
The program
produces correct results but does not display them
correctly. Does
little check for
errors and out-of range data
The program works and meets all
specifications. Does some check for errors and out-of-range data
The program works and meets all
specifications. Does exceptional checking for errors and out-of range data
Program
functionality
(10%)
Python code is
produced that does not execute properly. It may contain many syntax errors
Functionality is
mainly implemented, but the code may
contain minor syntax or logical errors.
Python code
produces correct results.
The program meets all specifications.
Python code contains only necessary
functions, collections statements and
variables.
Program output
(10%)
The program
produces completely incorrect results.
Program output has significant formatting errors.
Program output has minor formatting errors.
The program output format is correct as required.
The program handles all exceptions and
errors correctly,
including those which are not part of
specifications.
Code style
(10%)
Incomplete or largely dysfunctional code.
The student uses
many global
variables.
Most variables have exact names.
The student only uses a small number of inline comments.
Student avoids
unnecessary global variables.
All variables have meaningful names. Sufficient inline comments are
present.
Indentation is
consistent
throughout.
Functions are used, but they are not
generic (reusable).
Code design is
modular, containing several reusable
functions.
Named constants are used instead of magic numbers.
White space is
appropriately used for code readability.
Code includes function header comments and module-level
docstrings.
Assessment 4: Case Study
Due date:
Week 11
Group/individual:
Group
Word count/Time provided:
2000 words
Weighting:
20%
Unit Learning Outcomes:
ULO2, ULO3, ULO4
Assessment 4 Detail
Assessment Specifications: E-Commerce Website Development
Assignment Type: Case Study Analysis
The purpose of this assessment is to analyze a case study regarding the development of an E Commerce website and identify key aspects including stakeholders, requirements, use cases, and system classes.
Case Study
GreenLife Grocery is a prominent grocery chain with numerous outlets across the country, specializing in organic and health-focused products. Historically, GreenLife Grocery has thrived through its physical stores, offering an extensive range of fresh produce, health foods, and eco friendly products. Recognizing the shift in consumer behavior towards online shopping, particularly for groceries, GreenLife Grocery is eager to establish an online presence. The goal is to create an E Commerce platform that facilitates online shopping, offering a seamless, user-friendly experience for customers to purchase groceries from the comfort of their homes.
The proposed E-Commerce website aims to provide functionalities such as browsing products, adding items to a shopping cart, online payment, order tracking, and customer support. Moreover, GreenLife Grocery intends to synchronize the online platform with their existing inventory systems to ensure accuracy in stock levels and incorporate features like subscription-based purchases and personalized product recommendations.
The success of this venture is vital for GreenLife Grocery’s expansion and maintaining a competitive edge in the grocery retail sector. The development of this E-Commerce website requires careful planning, understanding customer needs, and a system that aligns with both the company’s and its customers’ expectations.
Assessment Tasks:
As a system analyst, you are tasked with aiding GreenLife Grocery in the development of their new E-Commerce website. Utilize your knowledge of information systems development and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to analyze the provided case study and complete the following tasks:
1. Identify and briefly describe the stakeholders for the proposed E-Commerce website. 2. Identify and briefly describe the most effective technique for gathering requirements for the E-Commerce website.
3. Identify and briefly describe both functional and non-functional requirements for the E Commerce website.
4. Identify the major use cases and actors for the new E-Commerce website and create use case diagrams to represent them.
5. Identify the major classes for the new E-Commerce website and develop UML domain model class diagrams to illustrate the system’s structure.
Assessments 4 Marking Criteria and Rubric
Marking Criteria
Not Satisfactory
(0-49% of the criterion
mark)
Satisfactory
(50-64% of the criterion mark)
Good
(65-74% of the criterion mark)
Very Good
(75-84% of the criterion
mark)
Excellent
(85-100% of the criterion mark)
Identify and briefly describe the
stakeholders for the proposed information system.
(10%)
Stakeholders are
identified with major errors.
Stakeholders are
identified and
described for some
parts of the new
information system. Minor omissions.
Stakeholders are
identified and
described for some parts of the new
information system.
Stakeholders are
identified and described for most parts of the new information system.
Stakeholders are
identified and
described for the new information system.
Identify and briefly describe the best
gathering technique for collecting the
proposed information system requirements.
(10%)
The best gathering
technique is identified with significant errors.
The best gathering
technique is identified and described for some parts of the new
information system. Minor omissions.
The best gathering technique is
identified and
described for some parts of the new
information system.
The best gathering
technique is identified and described for most parts of the new
information system.
The best gathering
technique is identified and described for the new information system.
Identify and briefly describe Functional and non-functional requirements.
(25%)
Functional and non functional
requirements are
identified with major errors.
Functional and non functional
requirements are
identified and
described for some
parts of the new
information system. Minor omissions.
Functional and non functional
requirements are
identified and
described for some parts of the new
information system.
Functional and non
functional requirements are identified and
described for most parts of the new information system.
Functional and non
functional requirements are identified and
described for the new information system.
Identify the major use cases and actors for the new information system and draw use case diagrams.
(25%)
Use cases and use case diagrams are
wrong.
Few use cases are identified for the new information system.
Some of the major use cases are
identified with
mostly accurate
use case diagrams for the new
information system that show some use cases and
actors.
Major use cases are Identified with mostly accurate use case
diagrams for the new information system that show major use cases and actors.
Major use cases are identified with
accurate use case
diagrams for the new information system that show major use cases and actors.
Identify the major
classes for the new information system and draw UML
domain model class diagrams.
(20%)
UML domain model class diagrams have major omissions
UML domain model class diagrams are not always accurate for new the
information system; domain
classes and their
attributes are not always accurate,
logical relationships have some errors
among domain
classes.
UML domain
model class
diagrams are
accurate for the new Information system; however, Domain classes and their attributes are not always
accurate, logical relationships have some errors among domain classes.
UML domain model class diagram is mainly accurate for the new information system; identified all possible domain classes and some attributes,
showing logical
relationships among all domain classes. Some omissions.
UML domain model class diagram is
accurate for the new information system; identified all possible
domain classes and some attributes,
showing logical
relationships among all domain classes.
Presentation, clarity and reference.
(10%)
The writing style is not fluent or well
organised, and many Grammatical and
spelling mistakes.
Word limit is ignored completely.
Referencing is absent /unsystematic.
The writing style is not always fluent or well organised and Grammar and
spelling contain
errors.
Word limit is
exceeded or falls
short by more than 20%.
The attempt at
referencing but not Exactly according to APA standard and only a few references are cited in the text.
Mostly fluent
writing style
appropriate to the assessment with mostly accurate
grammar and
spelling.
Minor omissions only.
Word limit is
exceeded or falls short by more than 10%.
Some attempt at Referencing and according to the APA standard.
Few references are cited in the text
Mostly Fluent writing style appropriate to the assessment with accurate grammar and spelling.
Word limit is
maintained.
Referencing is mainly accurate and
according to the APA standard.
Most of the references are cited in the text.
Fluent writing style appropriate to the assessment with
accurate grammar and spelling.
Word limit is
maintained.
Referencing is mainly accurate and
according to the APA standard.
All references are
cited in the text.
Assessment 5: Final Exam
Due date:
Week 12
Group/individual:
Individual
Word count/Time provided:
1.5 hours (equiv. 1500 words)
Weighting:
20%
Unit Learning Outcomes:
ULO2, ULO4
Assessment 5 Detail
The final exam assesses students’ ability to understand theoretical materials. The exam will be multiple choice questions and short questions relevant to the lecture materials.
The students must attempt the online exam individually using the subject site. The exam weighted 20% of the subject grade. There will be no practice attempt
