NC: Information Technology

- System Development -
48872 - NQF Level 5

Module 3
Formative Assessments
Unit Standard – 115359 - Unit Standard – 115365
Unit Standard – 115362 - Unit Standard – 115388

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 Demonstrate an understanding of the handling of error in a
computer programming environment (115359)
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1:

Explain different errors found in the computer programming environment.

ASSESEMENT CRITERIA
 The explanation covers the difference between an error and a mistake.
 The explanation covers the errors found in data entry via computer input devices.
 The explanation identifies sources of induced errors in calculations.

QUESTION 1

Activity Practical SO AC

1.1 In pairs Explain different errors found in the computer

programming environment and differentiate them from mistakes.
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 SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 :

Demonstrate how calculation errors are induced in the computer.

ASSESEMENT CRITERIA
 The demonstration explains overflow errors found in computers.
 The demonstration explains underflow errors found in computers.
 The demonstration explains conversion errors found in computers.
 The demonstration explains errors found in computers because of advancement in processor
word-sizes.

Activity Practical SO AC

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1.1 In pairs demonstrate understanding of how calculation errors 2 1-4
are induced in the computer. (10)

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 SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3:

Demonstrate how mistakes and computer errors can be

minimised.
ASSESEMENT CRITERIA
 The demonstration explains how mistakes can be minimised.
 The demonstration explains how errors can be minimised.

Activity Question SO AC

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1.1 In small groups discuss how mistakes and computer errors 3 1-2
can be minimised. (5)

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QUESTION 2

Manage software development source files using appropriate tools

(115362)
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1:

Locate software development source files.

ASSESEMENT CRITERIA
 The location ensures that the correct source file is identified.
 The location ensures that the correct versions of additional files associated with the software
development source files are identified.

Activity Practical SO AC

1.1 In pairs discuss how to Locate software development source

1 1 1-4
files (10)

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 SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 :

Retrieve software development source files for update purposes.

ASSESEMENT CRITERIA
 Retrieval and updating of the source file is in accordance with organisation procedures.
 Retrieval protects source files from loss while updates are in progress.
 Retrieval prevents source files from being updated simultaneously by two or more people.

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Activity Practical SO AC

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1.2 In pairs discus the following, Testing Backup-and-Restore 2 1-3
Procedures, Documenting Backup-and-Restore (10)

QUESTION 3

Apply the principles of designing computer system inputs and outputs

(115365)
Activity Practical SO AC

1.1 In pairs explain the principles of computer input and output

1 1 1-5
design. (10)

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 SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 :

Design computer input and output functions.

ASSESEMENT CRITERIA
 The design meets the specification for the function.
 The design can be implemented in the specified computer environment.
 The design conforms to an industry recommended format for the function.

Activity Practical SO AC

1.3 Describe the following, Electromagnetic identification, Point-

of-sale terminals, Smart card applications (6)
2 2 1-3
1.4 List Types of Outputs (5)
1.5 List System User Issues for Output Design (5)

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3:

Create computer input and output functions.

ASSESEMENT CRITERIA
 The creation ensures that the function format corresponds to the design.
 The creation ensures that the function behaviour corresponds to the design.

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 Activity Question SO AC

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1.2 In groups describe how to create computer inputs and output 3 1-2
functions. (10)

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 SELF-ASSESSMENT

The learner must make use of the following self-evaluation checklist to rate himself against the
learning outcomes of this particular training module in establishing the level of mastery of the
information.

1. Not able to comply

2. Reasonable compliance (Not acceptable for final evaluation)

3. Able to comply fully

LEARNING OUTCOMES 1 2 3
1

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Learner Signature Date

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Facilitators’ Signature Date

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ASSESSMENT FEEDBACK REPORT

FACILITATOR FEEDBACK & REMARKS

ASSESSMENT JUDGEMENT

Learner’s Total Mark: Requirements met Requirements not met

Action/s required:

By when:

LEARNER FEEDBACK & COMMENTS

DECLARATION BY THE FACILITATOR

I ……………………………………………............. (Facilitator) hereby certify that I have examined the learner

workbook and I am satisfied with the evidence provided by the learner.

DECLARATION BY LEARNER

I, …………………………………………………………………….declare that I am satisfied that the feedback given to me

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by the Facilitator was relevant, sufficient and done in a constructive manner. I accept the assessment
judgment and have no further questions relating to this particular assessment event.

Learner Date Facilitator Date

DECLARATION BY THE ASSESSOR

I ……………………………………………............. (Assessor) hereby certify that I have examined the learner

workbook and I am satisfied with the Facilitator Judgment of this assessment.

Assessor Date Moderator Date

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Question 4

Produce documentation for a computer program to agreed

standards (115388)
SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1:

Plan and design documentation for a computer program to agreed

standards.
ASSESEMENT CRITERIA
 The documentation design covers the format of the documents in line with industry
conventions.
 The documentation plan covers full program documentation components.

Activity Practical SO AC

1.1Describe the Role of documentation in software development

(6)

1.2 In groups distinguish between Process and Product

1 1 1-2
Documentation (10)

1.3 List Examples of product standards which should be

developed (10)

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 :

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Create documentation for a computer program to agreed

standards.
ASSESEMENT CRITERIA
 The documentation is created according to the design created in specific outcome 'Plan and
design documentation for a computer program to agreed standards'.
 The documentation components created are created according to the plan specified in specific
outcome 'Plan and design documentation for a computer program to agreed standards'.
 The documentation created is structured sensibly, defining how program specifications have
been met.

Activity Practical SO AC

2 1.6 Describe how to create software documentation, (10) 2 1-3

SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3:

Review documentation for a computer program for

completeness.
ASSESEMENT CRITERIA
 The review identifies if documentation was created according to the design created in specific
outcome 'Plan and design documentation for a computer program to agreed standards'.

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 The review identifies if documentation was created consistent with the computer program
being documented.

Activity Question SO AC

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1.3 In pairs describe the importance of reviewing documentation 3 1-2
for a computer program for completeness. (3)

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SELF-ASSESSMENT

The learner must make use of the following self-evaluation checklist to rate himself against the
learning outcomes of this particular training module in establishing the level of mastery of the
information.

1. Not able to comply

2. Reasonable compliance (Not acceptable for final evaluation)

3. Able to comply fully

LEARNING OUTCOMES 1 2 3
1

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Learner Signature Date

____________________________________________ ________________________________

Facilitators’ Signature Date

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ASSESSMENT FEEDBACK REPORT

FACILITATOR FEEDBACK & REMARKS

ASSESSMENT JUDGEMENT

Learner’s Total Mark: Requirements met Requirements not met

Action/s required:

By when:

LEARNER FEEDBACK & COMMENTS

DECLARATION BY THE FACILITATOR

I ……………………………………………............. (Facilitator) hereby certify that I have examined the learner

workbook and I am satisfied with the evidence provided by the learner.

DECLARATION BY LEARNER

I, …………………………………………………………………….declare that I am satisfied that the feedback given to me

by the Facilitator was relevant, sufficient and done in a constructive manner. I accept the assessment
judgment and have no further questions relating to this particular assessment event.

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Learner Date Facilitator Date

DECLARATION BY THE ASSESSOR

I ……………………………………………............. (Assessor) hereby certify that I have examined the learner

workbook and I am satisfied with the Facilitator Judgment of this assessment.

Assessor Date Moderator Date

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