Assessor Resource

ICAPRG525A
Build Java applets

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit applies to individuals involved in software, web or games development who are required to build applets using Java that interact with users via a browser.

This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to compile and run an applet that executes in Java-enabled browsers and interacts with users.

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:

review the requirements to provide an applet that executes in Java-enabled browsers and allows users to customise the applet's operation

write, compile and run an applet that accepts user input and generates response based on the input.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

Java development environment

Java compiler and interpreter

Java enabled web browser

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:

review of candidate’s Java applet code

evaluation of candidate’s Java applet

verbal or written questioning to assess candidate’s knowledge of Java applets.

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

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Required skills

problem-solving skills to apply solutions to Java applet problems

technical skills to:

use Java programming

use object-oriented design software

write HTML code.

Required knowledge

detailed knowledge of:

object-oriented programming concepts

theoretical concepts of Java programming

overview knowledge of Australian Computer Society Code of Ethics

sources of browser security restrictions.

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.

User may include:

department within the organisation

person within a department

third party.

Java compiler may include:

adaptable layout environment (ALE)

alma 0.28

AnyTool

AutoRad

Bean scripting framework

BEanACTION

Codemesh

DocWiz: the JavaDoc documentation tool

Eclipse

eXtensible pre-processor (EPP) kit

generating graphical editors (GRACE)

Java 2 SDK

Java Runner

JBuilder 3.5

JCreator

jGRASP

Metamata Development Environment

Netscape Directory SDK for Java: Source Code

Utility+

Visual Age 3.0

Visual J++

WingSoft

Zero G software.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Create a file with a text editor 
Create a sub-class of the class java.applet.Applet 
Ensure that applet sub-class implements at least one of the following methods: init and paint 
Define classes that contain instance variables, methods and local variables 
Ensure that the init method initialises instance variables and constructs any graphical interface used in the applet sub-class 
Implement the paint and update methods to manage output that is drawn in the applet window 
Incorporate event handling methods 
Implement code that allows a user to enter values and assigns these values to variables 
Use available graphical user interface (GUI) components to allow user interaction with the applet 
Specify and load images and sounds 
Include comments to describe the behaviour of the applet 
Use a Java compiler to compile the file 
Correct errors detected by the compiler 
Confirm basic correctness of file to ensure that all variables have been initialised 
Ensure compiler creates a class file and the class is interpreted correctly 
Create and name a hypertext markup language (HTML) file and add APPLET tag 
Write the applet class file to match the HTML document that contains APPLET tag 
Confirm that the applet loads and executes correctly 
Identify and correct run-time errors 
Identify and correct logic errors 
Ensure that the appearance of the applet window renders it accessible and intuitive for the user, and that its design complies with organisational standards 
Ensure that user interaction is implemented efficiently and effectively 

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