Module: Programming III

Module Specifications

Academic Year 2026 - 2027

Module Title	Programming III
Module Code	CSC1199 (ITS: CA278)
Faculty	Engineering & Computing	School	Computing
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5

Description

This module introduces the principles of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) using the Java programming language, transitioning students from procedural logic to a robust, class-based architectural mindset. Students will learn to design and implement software using core OOP pillars: Encapsulation, Inheritance, Polymorphism, and Abstraction. The curriculum emphasises the Java environment, covering Strong Typing, Classes and Objects, and Interface design to build scalable and reusable code. By the end of the module, students will be capable of modelling real-world systems through complex object hierarchies and managing application state within the Java Virtual Machine.

Learning Outcomes

1. Develop, compile, and execute programs using Java’s strictly-typed syntax, including primitive types, control flow structures, and basic memory management.
2. Implement Core OOP Principles: Design and develop Java applications that effectively utilise encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism to create modular code.
3. Manage Object Hierarchies: Construct complex systems using classes, interfaces, and abstract types to model real-world relationships and data structures.
4. Design Reusable Software Components: Create scalable software by leveraging method overriding, overloading, and professional interface design patterns.

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full time hours per semester
Lecture	24	Weekly lectures
Laboratory	24	Weekly lab practicals
Assignment Completion	50	Programming portfolio
Independent Study	27	Independent learning and revision.
Total Workload: 125

Section Breakdown
CRN	21441	Part of Term	Semester 2
Coursework	50%	Examination Weight	50%
Grade Scale	40PASS	Pass Both Elements	N
Resit Category	RC1	Best Mark	N
Module Co-ordinator	Sahraoui Dhelim	Module Teacher	Manoj Kesavulu

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Assessment Breakdown
Laboratory Portfolio	Solving the weekly tasks provided during labs	10%	Every Week
Practical/skills evaluation	Lab exam 1	20%	Week 24
Practical/skills evaluation	Lab exam 2	20%	Week 30
Formal Examination	Lab Exam	50%	End-of-Semester

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; RC1: A resit is available for both^* components of the module. RC2: No resit is available for a 100% coursework module. RC3: No resit is available for the coursework component where there is a coursework and summative examination element. ^* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a coursework/summative examination split; where the module is 100% coursework, there will also be a resit of the assessment

Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Java Syntax and Fundamentals
Mastering strongly-typed variables, control flow, and the compilation process within the Java Development Kit (JDK) environment.

Classes and Objects
Designing blueprints to encapsulate data and behaviour, and managing application state through object instantiation.

Inheritance and Polymorphism
Building hierarchical code structures that allow classes to share attributes and override methods for flexible behaviour.

Encapsulation and Interfaces
Using access modifiers to protect data integrity and defining formal contracts to ensure consistent communication between software components.

Indicative Reading List

Books:
None

Articles:
None

Other Resources

None