FIT4702 Final year software engineering project B
Faculty of Information Technology
FIT4702 Final year software engineering project B is a level 4, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Information Technology, offered in 2026 in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia. It needs FIT4701.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2026
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Clayton, Malaysia
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2026 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before FIT4702
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After FIT4702
No unit lists FIT4702 as a prerequisite in the 2026 handbook.
Overview
This unit is a continuation of FIT4701 Final year software engineering project A. The aim of this capstone unit is to provide an opportunity for you to undertake a substantial individual or small group project. Projects undertaken will integrate and build on content from earlier stages of the course.
Offerings in 2026
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | On campus |
| First semester | Malaysia | On campus |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Second semester | Malaysia | On campus |
Assessment
- Milestone 4 - CalibrateQuiz / Test-
- Final paperWritten80%
- PresentationCompetency hurdle20%
- Supervisor assessmentDemonstrationCompetency hurdle-
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Semester 1: Appraise complex engineering problems using appropriate research methods and techniques.
Semester 2: Apply project management and engineering management principles to independently plan, execute, and evaluate a self-directed project.
- 2
Semester 1: Plan the scope and requirements of research projects, adapting to changing needs and potential interdisciplinary inputs.
Semester 2: Evaluate current and emerging research to critically reflect on knowledge development, future directions, and technological change.
- 3
Semester 1: Analyse complex engineering problems to propose and justify sustainable solutions or experiments.
Semester 2: Investigate complex engineering problems by identifying salient issues, specifying the problem, and applying evidence-based methods to analyse causes, predict outcomes, and synthesise solution strategies.
- 4
Semester 1: Integrate foundational and specialised engineering knowledge to develop innovative solutions for complex open-ended problems.
Semester 2: Demonstrate the ability to interpret data, justify assumptions, and develop substantiated conclusions through inquiry, critical evaluation of published information, and experimental evidence or testing.
- 5
Semester 1: Design creative and effective solutions for engineering problems, considering constraints and contextual factors such as public health, safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon and socio-environmental impacts.
Semester 2: Apply risk management principles and contextual knowledge, including relevant environmental, social, cultural, economic, legal, or political factors in the design, evaluation, and communication of engineering solutions.
- 6
Semester 1: Generate technical and research outputs by applying engineering tools, techniques and resources to complex, open-ended problems.
Semester 2: Communicate complex engineering research findings to professional and community audiences that adhere to prescribed technical formats and industry standards.
- 7
Semester 1: Synthesise project progress and outputs through professional engineering reports and presentations tailored to diverse audiences, including the community and industry.
- 8
Semester 1: Demonstrate adaptability by responding to changing requirements, embracing new technologies, and prioritising effectively.
Workload and teaching
- Practical activities144 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of up to 2 hours of scheduled learning activities and 10-12 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
The project will be based on a research problem. You will bring in necessary learning while actively undertaking this project.
Where it fits
FIT4702 is part of 1 area of study in the 2026 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Professor John Grundy
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Lillian Wang
- Mr ABM Russel
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for FIT4702?
You need FIT4701 before you enrol.
When is FIT4702 offered?
In 2026, FIT4702 runs in Semester 1 and Semester 2 at Clayton and Malaysia.
How much work is FIT4702?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does FIT4702 have an exam?
No. FIT4702 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include FIT4702?
FIT4702 is part of Software engineering.