- A review of object-oriented themes, terminology, the computational model.
- OO language features exemplified in commercial and experimental languages such as Java, Self, Ruby, AspectJ etc.
- Operational semantics of sequential class-based OO languages.
- Hoare’s logic and JML approach to OO static analysis and verification.
- Abadi/Cardelli object calculus to model object-based languages and types.
- Static type checking methods for object-based languages.
- Live sequence charts for OO use-case requirements capture and validation.
- Students can choose a practical mini-project related to any one of the above themes.
DD2456 Advanced Object-oriented Systems 7.5 credits
This course has been discontinued.
Last planned examination: Spring 2013
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Headings with content from the Course syllabus DD2456 (Spring 2010–) are denoted with an asterisk ( )
Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
Under the heading of practice we will study some advanced OO programming concepts which are featured in object based languages (such as Self), class based languages (such as Ruby), aspect-oriented languages (such as AspectJ) and requirements/design languages (live sequence charts).
We will also focus on the mathematical theory of OO type systems, including static and dynamic type checking, type safety and models of OO languages such as Abadi/Cardelli object calculus.
The course is examined by means of a mini-project and a take home exam.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Single course students: 90 university credits including 45 university credits in Mathematics or Information Technology. English B, or equivalent.
Recommended prerequisites
An introductory course in at least one object-oriented programming language is a prerequisite.
An introductory course in logic is strongly advised.
Equipment
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Literature
To be announced on the course web page at least 4 weeks before the course start.
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Examination
- HEM1 - Exercises, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Examination, 6.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
In this course all the regulations of the code of honor at the School of Computer science and Communication apply, see: http://www.kth.se/csc/student/hederskodex/1.17237?l=en_UK.
Other requirements for final grade
HEM1 - practical project work, 1,5 hp, grade scale: P, F
TEN1 - Take home exam, 6,0 hp, grade scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, F
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
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Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
Further information
Course room in Canvas
Registered students find further information about the implementation of the course in the course room in Canvas. A link to the course room can be found under the tab Studies in the Personal menu at the start of the course.
Offered by
Main field of study
This course does not belong to any Main field of study.
Education cycle
Second cycle
Add-on studies
To be discussed with the course co-ordinator.
Contact
Karl Meinke, e-post: karlm@csc.kth.se, tel: 790 6337
Supplementary information
The course replaces DD2455 Theoretical Foundations of Object-Orientation