Unit 3: Software development

In this unit students apply the problem-solving methodology to develop working software modules using an object-oriented programming (OOP) language. Students develop an understanding of the analysis, design and development stages of the problem-solving methodology. 

In Area of Study 1, students respond to teacher-provided solution requirements and designs to develop a set of working software modules through the use of an OOP language. Students examine a set of requirements and a range of software design tools in order to apply specific features of an OOP language to create working software modules.

In Area of Study 2, students analyse an identified problem, need or opportunity, prepare a project plan, develop a software requirements specification and design a software solution. Area of Study 2 forms the first part of the School-assessed Task (SAT) that is completed in Unit 4, Area of Study 1. 

Unit 4: Software development

In this unit, students focus on how the needs of individuals and organisations are met through the development of software solutions using an object-oriented programming (OOP) language and consider the cyber security risks to organisations as a result of insecure software development practices.

In Area of Study 1, students apply the problem-solving stages of development and evaluation to develop their preferred design generated in Unit 3, Area of Study 2 into a working software solution. They test and evaluate the solution and assess the project plan. 

Unit 4, Area of Study 1 forms the second part of the School-assessed Task (SAT). 

In Area of Study 2, students examine the current software development practices of an organisation and the risks associated with insecure software development environments and practices. Students evaluate the current security practices and make recommendations to ensure software development environments and practices are secure. 

Software Development is assessed through SACs (School Assessed Coursework), a SAT (School Assessed Task) and an end-of-year examination

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