Objectives of Programme's Learning Outcomes

• Understand and produce strict mathematical reasoning
• Write clearly and concisely
• Rely on a picture to illustrate a concept, rationale, etc.
• Collaborate on mathematical subjects
• Demonstrate independence and their ability to work in teams.
• Solve new problems
• Abstract and manipulate theories and use these to solve problems
• Use knowledge from different fields to address issues
• Use computers effectively
• Understand and implement algorithms using appropriate data structures
• Use at least one programming language
• Develop computer programs to solve problems with mathematical formulation
• Address literature and interact within other scientific fields
• Have sufficient knowledge of English in order to read and understand scientific texts, especially in the field of mathematics.
• Have a good knowledge of related fields using mathematics

Learning Outcomes of UE

This course introduces the principles of model-driven object-oriented software development. At the end of the course, the student should:
- understand the importance, needs and specificities of software engineering activities (such as requirements analysis, design, implementation and testing);
- understand the importance and principles of software modeling, model simulation, model execution and code generation;
- use the UML modeling language for analysing and designing software systems;
- use advanced object-oriented software development concepts such as design patterns;
- understand the importance of software testing, and be able to use unit testing in practice. 

Content of UE

The UE is composed of three learning activities (see details in the ECTS sheets of each learning activity).

The first learning activity focuses on the aspects of object-oriented software modelling using the UML modelling language. The following visual notations (diagrams) will be studied in theory and put into practice: use case diagrams and semi-structured usage scenarios, class diagrams, sequence diagrams, interaction diagrams, behavioural state diagrams. If time permits, simulation and execution of models will also be covered, as well as meta-modelling.

The second learning activity focuses on advanced aspects of model-driven object-oriented development, using a recent version of the Java programming language. This activity will address the generation of object-oriented source code from models, synchronisation between code and models, design patterns, and the practical application of software testing mechanisms (such as unit testing, mock testing, and behaviour-driven testing, ...)

The third learning activity concerns a software development project in Java (in groups of 2 or 3 persons), allowing the students to gain practical experience on object-oriented programming in Java.

Prior Experience

The student should have a good prior knowledge of the object-oriented programming paradigm, as well as practical programming experience with the Java programming language.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q1

• Written examination
• Graded tests

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q1 UE assessment

The overall grade for the EU will be calculated as the weighted average of its learning activities, each counting for 33% of the overall grade. However, an absence mark for one of the learning activities will automatically correspond to an absence mark for the whole course!

During Term 1, the student will be evaluated on the first two teaching activities, according to the modalities described in the ECTS forms of each teaching activity.

Q1 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable.

Type of Assessment for UE in Q2

• Presentation and/or works

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q2 UE assessment

The overall grade for the EU will be calculated as the weighted average of its learning activities, each counting for one third of the overall grade. However, an absence mark for one of the learning activities will automatically correspond to an absence mark for the whole course!

During Term 2, the student will be evaluated on the third teaching activity, the software development project, according to the modalities described in its ECTS form.
 

Q2 UE Assessment Comments

Not applicable

Type of Assessment for UE in Q3

• Presentation and/or works
• Written examination
• Graded tests

Method of calculating the overall mark for the Q3 UE assessment

The overall grade for the EU will be calculated as the weighted average of its learning activities, each counting for one third of the overall grade. However, an absence mark for one of the learning activities will automatically correspond to an absence mark for the whole course!

Q3 UE Assessment Comments

The evaluation during Term 3 will be similar to the evaluations for Term 1 and Term 2. Details are given in the ECTS forms of each learning activity.

Type of Resit Assessment for UE in Q1 (BAB1)

• N/A

Q1 UE Resit Assessment Comments (BAB1)

Not applicable