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ICAPRG509A
Build using rapid application development

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to programmers who are required to develop new systems.

RAD building for a software project should be carefully managed to deliver maximum benefit for cost and quality. Selection of the most appropriate RAD tool will take into consideration the targeted platform or multi-platform options.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to build using rapid application development (RAD) tools.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.

Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the ability to:

design application and develop high quality code according to client specifications

provide QA testing and monitoring

demonstrate use of code optimisers using RAD techniques

document completed work.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

CASE repository to facilitate the re-use of templates and components

CASE tools

code generator

detailed user requirements

prototyping software

requirements document, including model and scope

appropriate learning and assessment support when required

modified equipment for people with special needs.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

evaluation of completed code

review of documentation

verbal or written questioning to assess knowledge of prototyping and RAD process.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, where appropriate.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate, and suitable to the communication skill level, language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Indigenous people and other people from a non-English speaking background may need additional support.

In cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

communication skills to liaise with users while managing iterative changes in design by involving end users in the development process

literacy skills to write technical documents and present written material for review

planning and organisational skills to keep accurate technical records

problem-solving skills to solve problems with design

technical skills to identify, analyse and evaluate a range of solutions using prototyping tools.

Required knowledge

broad knowledge of industry-accepted prototyping tools

overview knowledge of:

quality assurance practices

client business domain

role of stakeholders and the degree of stakeholder involvement

three or more current industry development methodologies

three or more programming languages.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

RAD techniques may include:

computer-aided software engineering (CASE) tools

iterative life cycles

prototyping

re-use of applications, templates and code

SWAT teams

timebox-development methodology

workshops.

Application may include:

commercial software applications

organisation-specific software:

communication packages

database

graphic

presentation functionalities

spreadsheet

word-processing.

RAD tools may include:

CASE tools

code generators.

User may include:

department within the organisation

person within a department

third party.

Appropriate person may include:

authorised business representative

client

supervisor.

Specifications may include:

current system functionality

metrics

project plan

software requirements

technical requirements

user problem statement.

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
Capture and record business rules using a methodology well-suited for the chosen RAD and RAD techniques 
Design application with focus on modularity and future extension 
Develop code by other RAD tools 
Build and demonstrate completed transaction to user for revision within the agreed terms of reference 
Take action to ensure that design caters for continuous change by involving user in iteration process 
Provide quality assurance (QA) testing throughout the phase and provide feedback to appropriate person 
Demonstrate use of code optimisers and performance tools 
Track implemented modules and follow up where necessary with appropriate person 
Review user and builds for each module in the deliverables as preparation for handover 
Compare specifications and implementation schedules for each module and confirm the functional requirements according to specifications 
Document the completed work 

Forms

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