Software Modelling and Design (SWEN30006)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Semester 2
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
To construct a software system, requirements must be analysed and modelled, and designs developed and evaluated; this subject teaches knowledge and skills needed for these tasks. This includes the development of static and dynamic models for aspects of both the problem space and the solution space. The emphasis here is on an Agile approach, and on techniques appropriate for object-oriented development.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Topics covered include:
- Analysis and modelling requirements
- Developing, modelling and evaluating designs
- Modelling using the Unified Modelling Language (UML)
- Software design processes and principles
- Common design patterns and software architectures
- Tools for design and development
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the subject students are expected to be able to:
- Apply their knowledge of modelling and design to solve computing problems
- Work as an Individual and in a Team, with effective communication for software engineering tasks
- Evaluate and apply appropriate choices of software tools in the modelling and design process
- Engage in Life-long Learning with respect to the evolution of software processes
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should have developed the following generic skills
- Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution
- Proficiency in engineering design
- Ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMP90041 | Programming and Software Development | No longer available | |
| SWEN20003 | Object Oriented Software Development | No longer available |
AND
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMP20003 | Algorithms and Data Structures | No longer available | |
| COMP20007 | Design of Algorithms | No longer available | |
| COMP90038 | Algorithms and Complexity | No longer available | |
| ENGR30004 | Numerical Algorithms in Engineering | No longer available | |
| ENGR30003 | Numerical Programming for Engineers | No longer available |
OR
Admission into one of the following:
- Admission into or selection of one of the following:
- MC-IT100 Master of Information Technology
- MC-IT150 Master of Information Technology
- GC-CS Graduate Certificate in Computer Science
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
433-341 Software Engineering Process and Practice
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Project work covering activities such as the analysis, design and implementation of small to medium-sized applications, comprising: completion of workshop-based exercises related to project, ongoing throughout the semester; 2 small-team based projects requiring approximately 50-55 hours of work per student. Projects are due around weeks 7 and 11.
| Throughout the semester | 40% |
One written 2 hour closed book examination. Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO's) 1 to 4 are assessed in the examination.
| End of semester | 60% |
Additional details
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO's) 1, 2 and 3 are addressed in the lectures, workshop exercises, project assignments and the end of semester examination. ILO 4 is addressed in the workshop exercises and project assignment.
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Patanamon Thongtanunam Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours One 1 hour lecture per week and one 2 hour workshop per week Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Chitchanok Chuengsatiansup Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours One 1 hour lecture per week and one 2 hour workshop per week Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
200 hours
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Last updated: 9 April 2025
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The subject comprises one 1 hour lecture and one 3 hour workshop each week. Weekly readings are assigned from the textbook. The subject also includes a design/implementation project, which involves analysis, design, implementation and delivery.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
At the beginning of the year, the coordinator will propose a textbook that will be made available through University Book Shop and library. The current suggested textbook is Christopher Fox: Introduction to Software Engineering Design, Processes, Principles, and Patterns with UML2. Additional learning material will be made available on the learning management system (LMS) site for the subject.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
The software industry is a large and steadily growing industry, and is constantly looking for competent software engineers. This subject teaches the software engineering design principles and core software design skills required by industry practitioners.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Bachelor of Design Specialisation (formal) Software Major Computer Science Specialisation (formal) Mechatronics Major Computing and Software Systems Specialisation (formal) Software with Business Informal specialisation Science Discipline subjects - new generation B-SCI Major Computing and Software Systems - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 9 April 2025