JAVACoursework(the same for 2A and 2B)

Fundamental InformationThe coursework is 30 marks in

your O’Level = 15% of the exam

Must be word processed

Length dose not impress examiners

Allocation of marks26 marks = The program which

MUST be done in java and NO other programming language

4 marks = The layout which MUST be done using Microsoft Word and NO other application

Programming Section JAVA

The Program Specifying what the program should perform

Formulating an explanation of the program using pseudo-code or flow charts

Implementing the program in Java

Testing the program with suitable data

Writing documentation both program and user instructions

Specifications The program must make use of;

1. Input and output statements2. Assignment expressions 3. Sequential execution 4. Conditional execution 5. Looping construct 6. Simple objects

Documentation The documentation must be made up of;

1. What task the program will be performing. This mush include input and output requirements

2. A description of the program 3. A description of special features of the

program 4. Proof of testing (test printouts, screen

shots, photos ect…)5. Instructions on how to run the program6. Self evaluation of the program

Marks Break DownEach part of your coursework with marks

Definition of the Problem A short description of the

purpose of the problem being solves [2]

A statement of the results required [2]

Details of any inputs required [2]

[6]

The Solution of the Problem A flowchart/pseudo-code of the

algorithm [4]

Computer listing of the program [4]

Details of any special design features (ex. good user interface) [4]

[12]

Running the ProgramEvidence that the solution works

[2]

Details of test data [2]

[4]

User Instructions How to load and run the program

[2]

[2]

ConclusionLimitations with the program and

possible improvements you could have made [2]

[2]

Presentation The actual layout of the Coursework

Layout and Presentation A total of 4 marks

Table of contents and titles for each section

Use of Microsoft Word functionsUse of tablesUse of headers and footers User of bulleted or numbered

lists

Coursework Ideas Some ideas to get you thinking

Class Marks The entry of different class

marks, Find the sum, of the class marks, Finding the average class mark,Finding the lowest grade,Finding the highest grade,Finding marks above average,Finding marks below average.

PayrollThe entry of employee detailsThe entry of fixed rates (Income

tax, National Insurance, allowances, deductions),

The entry of number of hours worked

The entry of overtime hours The program should calculate the

pay slips showing all the details mentioned above

Educational QuizAn array can be used to hold a

question and answer.,The program will display the question The user enters a reply If the reply is correct then one mark

is awarded,If not the correct answer is displayed’A menu may be used to select one

topic e.g. a quiz on capital cities, science, sports etc.

Telephone Directory Stores names and their related

telephone numbers A town can also be held in an

arrayUser can search for a name and

the program will output the telephone number and the town

A menu can be used to output the whole list or searching by a particular town.

Hangman The program displays underscores

according to the number of letters in a word that the user has to guess,

If the letter guessed is correct then program displays the letter in its position in the word,

If not a part of the Hangman diagram is displayed until the word is guessed or the man is hanged,

A number of attempts can be set without the use of drawing the Hangman for simpler programs.

A simple GameYou can be creative by moving a

simple object on the screen and either try to avoid obstacles or move another object to catch up with the moving object.

Another Program You may wish to create a unique

program that has not been mentioned above.

Introducing Java Page181 -198

HelpThese few pages of the book help

us get an idea what the programming part of our coursework must be like

You will also find sample flow charts which you could use to help build your own.

Programs The book also helps in building

the following coursework1. The telephone Directory2. A Computer Aided Learning Quiz3. A payroll application, 4. Class marks

The plan As a class we could decide on

one coursework to work on in class so I could come round to help you when ever you need

The documentation will be done at home but every week you must show me your progress