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Last updated: 4 June 2021
SIT102 and SIT111
SIT123
SIT107
Students will on average spend 150 hours over the trimester undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit.
1 x 1 hour class per week, 1 x 2 hour workshop per week
1 x 1 hour scheduled online workshop per week
This is a project-oriented and design-based learning unit in which students investigate the fundamentals of software engineering of robotics systems and their application to problems dependent on sensing the environment and the entities within it. The themes within this unit encompass: engineering principles, agile software project management, robotics, use of ubiquitous sensor technologies, data capture protocols, data analysis and visualisation processes and how these underpin decision making, both by machines and humans. Students will complete a team-based project applying principles covered within this unit.
Design and develop robotics system using appropriate software frameworks and toolsand test using simulation and real environments.
GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilitiesGLO5: Problem solving
ULO2
Apply agile software engineering principlesmethods, tools and techniques individually and as part of a team to plan, manage, and contribute to projects.
GLO1: Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilitiesGLO3: Digital literacyGLO7: Teamwork
ULO3
Take ownership and responsibility for assigned aspects of a software project, and provide relevant evidence of achievements and outcomes against given criteria.
GLO6: Self-managementGLO7: Teamwork
ULO4
Communicate technical concepts to specialist and non-specialist audiences through a project pitch
GLO2: Communication
These Unit Learning Outcomes are applicable for all teaching periods throughout the year.
The assessment due weeks provided may change. The Unit Chair will clarify the exact assessment requirements, including the due date, at the start of the teaching period.
To be eligible to obtain a pass in this unit, students must meet certain milestones as part of the portfolio.
There is no prescribed text. Unit materials are provided via the unit site. This includes unit topic readings and references to further information.
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