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ICTPRG417 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply mathematical techniques for software development

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency ICTPRG417 - Apply mathematical techniques for software development
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to use basic mathematical methods and operations in standard computer notation, Boolean algebra, data types and computer storage.It applies to individuals in software development roles who are required to use mathematical constructions in programming.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

Gather evidence to demonstrate consistent performance in conditions that are safe and replicate the workplace. Noise levels, production flow, interruptions and time variances must be typical of those experienced in the programming and software development industry, and include access to the programming language.

Assessors must satisfy NVR/AQTF assessor requirements.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Manipulate algebraic terms, leading to the solution of linear equations
  • Position number types on the number line
  • Evaluate various numerical expressions involving integers, fractions and indices
  • Simplify various algebraic expressions involving integers, fractions and indices
       
Element: Construct mathematical formulas
  • Solve simple equations
  • Convert formulas between standard algebraic form and computer form
  • Create several formulas in standard algebraic form and in computer form
       
Element: Simplify and evaluate Boolean expressions and formulas
  • Simplify and evaluate several Boolean expressions
  • Complete truth tables based on simple Boolean expressions and logic
  • Simplify and evaluate several formulas
       
Element: Manipulate number and character representation systems
  • Convert numbers between binary, decimal and hexadecimal number systems
  • Add, subtract and multiply numbers in binary
  • Determine binary memory storage of an integer and a character
       


Evidence Required

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Manipulate algebraic terms, leading to the solution of linear equations

1.1 Position number types on the number line

1.2 Evaluate various numerical expressions involving integers, fractions and indices

1.3 Simplify various algebraic expressions involving integers, fractions and indices

2. Construct mathematical formulas

2.1 Solve simple equations

2.2 Convert formulas between standard algebraic form and computer form

2.3 Create several formulas in standard algebraic form and in computer form

3. Simplify and evaluate Boolean expressions and formulas

3.1 Simplify and evaluate several Boolean expressions

3.2 Complete truth tables based on simple Boolean expressions and logic

3.3 Simplify and evaluate several formulas

4. Manipulate number and character representation systems

4.1 Convert numbers between binary, decimal and hexadecimal number systems

4.2 Add, subtract and multiply numbers in binary

4.3 Determine binary memory storage of an integer and a character

Evidence of the ability to:

solve and evaluate mathematical problems

use mathematical formulae in standard and computer notation

simplify and evaluate Boolean expressions and formulae

manipulate binary, decimal and hexadecimal number systems.

Note: If a specific volume or frequency is not stated, then evidence must be provided at least once.

To complete the unit requirements safely and effectively, the individual must:

explain Boolean algebra

explain number types

explain binary memory storage

explain the application of mathematical terms and operations in computing

explain the calculation tools available.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Manipulate algebraic terms, leading to the solution of linear equations

1.1 Position number types on the number line

1.2 Evaluate various numerical expressions involving integers, fractions and indices

1.3 Simplify various algebraic expressions involving integers, fractions and indices

2. Construct mathematical formulas

2.1 Solve simple equations

2.2 Convert formulas between standard algebraic form and computer form

2.3 Create several formulas in standard algebraic form and in computer form

3. Simplify and evaluate Boolean expressions and formulas

3.1 Simplify and evaluate several Boolean expressions

3.2 Complete truth tables based on simple Boolean expressions and logic

3.3 Simplify and evaluate several formulas

4. Manipulate number and character representation systems

4.1 Convert numbers between binary, decimal and hexadecimal number systems

4.2 Add, subtract and multiply numbers in binary

4.3 Determine binary memory storage of an integer and a character

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Position number types on the number line 
Evaluate various numerical expressions involving integers, fractions and indices 
Simplify various algebraic expressions involving integers, fractions and indices 
Solve simple equations 
Convert formulas between standard algebraic form and computer form 
Create several formulas in standard algebraic form and in computer form 
Simplify and evaluate several Boolean expressions 
Complete truth tables based on simple Boolean expressions and logic 
Simplify and evaluate several formulas 
Convert numbers between binary, decimal and hexadecimal number systems 
Add, subtract and multiply numbers in binary 
Determine binary memory storage of an integer and a character 

Forms

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