32038 Software Architecture

6cp

This subject aims to understand concepts and use techniques in the high-level design or architecture of large software systems. It shows how an architectural model can assist in achieving the non-functional requirements of a system, such as reliability and time performance. The subject covers basic architecture concepts including modelling (based on components, connections and constraints), architectural styles, principles and viewpoints. It includes the use of architectural patterns, including infrastructures. Architectural description languages are used to describe the architecture.

Fee information

2006 contribution for 2005/06 commencing Commonwealth-supported undergraduate students: $872.38
2006 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $2,310.00
Subject EFTSL: 0.125
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