Module Details

Module Code: SOFT8020
Title: App. Development Frameworks
Long Title: App. Development Frameworks
NFQ Level: Advanced
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2024/25 ( September 2024 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4814 - Computer Software
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: The development of complex enterprise systems using application development frameworks has become a prerequisite for many software development jobs. This module identifies the key features of frameworks and explores how robust, scalable and secure enterprise applications can be designed and developed using reusable components in a way that facilitates maintainability, portability and testability.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Configure a software project to use framework libraries.
LO2 Design scalable enterprise applications with reusable components.
LO3 Implement advanced data access technologies for a given requirement.
LO4 Develop a secure web application using an appropriate architectural pattern.
LO5 Enable the distribution of software components using web service technologies.
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Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
12793 COMP7013 Object Oriented Programming
21281 SOFT8020 App. Development Frameworks
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

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Indicative Content
Core Framework Concepts
Overview of frameworks; Inversion of control; Dependency injection; Lightweight containers; Microframeworks; Object lifecycle management; Simplifying application configuration; Convention over configuration; Approaches to abstracting complexity, such as the template method pattern; Testability.
Scalable Enterprise Architecture
Aspect-oriented programming to address cross-cutting concerns; Separation of concerns; Architectural layering and partitioning.
Data Access Technologies
Object-to-relational mapping (ORM); Traditional database access APIs; The Data Access Object (DAO), Repository and Active Record patterns; Simplifying data access technologies with frameworks; Transaction management; NOSQL database access (key-value, document, graph and / or others).
Web-based Applications
Architectural patterns for the development of web applications; Templating / Layout frameworks; Internationalisation; Managing conversational state; Authorisation and authentication; Form submission processing; Form validation; Rapid Application Development frameworks; Rich Internet Application frameworks.
Reusable web components
Web service technologies and specifications.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 20
Timing Week 4 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
This assessment will evaluate the students knowledge on the core concepts of frameworks and their use.
Assessment Type Open-book Examination % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Assessment Description
An exam focused on reading, understanding and assessing code.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
For example, a comparative analysis of code written by students and that generated by AI systems. Students might work in pairs for this assignment. The rationale behind the selection of each AI must be provided, along with detailed documentation of all interactions with the chosen AI. The interactions with the AI should be thoroughly justified in the context of the application's requirements.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures covering theory backed up with code examples Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Labs where the student can engage in project work with lecturer guidance Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent and lecturer-directed learning Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures covering theory backed up with code examples Every Week 2.00 2
Lab Contact Labs where the student can engage in project work with lecturer guidance Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent and lecturer-directed learning Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
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Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_KSDEV_8 Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Software Development 7 Mandatory