1. Data Types and Data Structures
Overview
This section covers Key Knowledge 3.1.4 and 3.1.5 from the VCE Software Development Study Design.
Key Knowledge 3.1.4 - Data Types
Characteristics of data types, including:
- Text (character, string)
- Numeric (integer, floating point, date/time)
- Boolean
Key Knowledge 3.1.5 - Data Structures
Characteristics of data structures, including:
- One-dimensional arrays
- Two-dimensional arrays
- Records (varying data types, field index)
Learning Pathway
Work through the following pages in order:
- What You Need To Know - Core concepts and definitions
- Test Your Knowledge - Quick comprehension questions
- Practical Examples - Worked C# code examples
- Applied Task - Student task sheet with exercises
- Extras - Additional practice questions
Resources
- Nelson/Cengage VCE Software Development 2nd Ed. Chapter 1
- VCAA Study Design Unit 3 Outcome 1