An applied analysis and design class that addresses the use of object-oriented techniques. Topics include domain modeling, use cases, architectural design and modeling notations. Students apply techniques in analysis and design projects. Focus is on key object-oriented practices and architectural design.



Object-Oriented Analysis and Design: Practice & Architecture

Instructor: Bruce Montgomery, PhD, PMP
Access provided by New York State Department of Labor
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What you'll learn
Consider practices and philosophies of creating resilient and responsive software designs
Apply practices for increasing object-oriented code quality and maintainability
Design architectures to effectively integrate object-oriented and other system components
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There are 5 modules in this course
This module introduces core object-oriented (OO) design principles and modeling techniques to establish a strong foundation for designing robust and maintainable software systems. Learners will explore how UML can be used to represent OO concepts, analyze real-world applications through design patterns, and evaluate best practices for developing resilient OO-based solutions.
What's included
9 videos3 readings1 assignment1 peer review2 discussion prompts
This module builds on foundational object-oriented (OO) principles by applying advanced design patterns, refactoring techniques, and best practices in OO development. You will explore how to integrate UML modeling with OO design, improve software resilience through refactoring, and implement design principles in Java-based applications. Additionally, the module introduces advanced OO frameworks, including dependency injection (DI) and inversion of control (IoC), to enhance modularity and maintainability in complex software systems.
What's included
6 videos1 reading1 assignment1 peer review1 ungraded lab
This module explores the intersection of object-oriented (OO) design with software architecture, user experience (UX/UI), database integration, and API design. You will refine your ability to model applications using UML, implement OO design patterns in Java, and consider the broader implications of OO design in software engineering projects. The module also examines how OO principles relate to high-level software architecture and project management, ensuring that students gain a holistic understanding of software design and development.
What's included
6 videos1 reading1 assignment1 peer review1 ungraded lab
This module delves into advanced object-oriented (OO) design concepts, focusing on best practices, design patterns, and language-specific implementations. You will explore UML modeling, Java-based OO development, and interface design while analyzing pattern libraries and anti-patterns. Additionally, this module introduces the role of AI in software development and compares OO implementations across various programming languages, preparing students to adapt your skills to evolving industry trends.
What's included
6 videos1 reading1 assignment1 peer review1 ungraded lab
In this final module, you will demonstrate mastery of object-oriented (OO) design and development through a comprehensive capstone project. This module reinforces key concepts covered throughout the course, including UML modeling, OO design principles, software architecture, and best practices in Java-based development.
What's included
4 videos2 readings1 peer review1 ungraded lab
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