January/February 2022
COS3711
Advanced Programming
80 Marks
Duration 2 Hours
EXAMINERS:
FIRST: DR CL PILKINGTON
SECOND: MR K HALLAND
EXTERNAL: DR L MARSHALL (UNIVERSITY OF PRETORIA)
This paper consists of 6 pages.
Instructions
1. You may type your answers in a word processor (and then print to PDF for submission) or
handwrite your answers (and then scan to PDF).
2. Answer all questions. Please answer questions in order of appearance.
3. The mark for each question is given in brackets next to each question.
4. Note that no pre-processor directives are required unless specifically asked for.
5. Students must upload their answer scripts in a single PDF file (answer scripts must not be
password protected or uploaded as “read only” files)
6. NO emailed scripts will be accepted.
7. Students are advised to preview submissions (answer scripts) to ensure legibility and that the
correct answer script file has been uploaded.
8. Students are permitted to resubmit their answer scripts should their initial submission be
unsatisfactory. However, only three submissions are allowed.
9. Incorrect file format and uncollated answer scripts will not be considered.
10. Incorrect answer scripts and/or submissions made on unofficial examinations platforms will not
be marked and no opportunity will be granted for resubmission.
11. The mark awarded for an incomplete or illegible scanned submission will be the student’s final
mark. No opportunity for resubmission will be granted.
12. Submissions will only be accepted from registered student accounts.
13. Students who do not utilise the required invigilation or proctoring tools (IRIS) will be subjected to
disciplinary processes.
14. Students suspected of dishonest conduct during the examinations will be subjected to
disciplinary processes. UNISA has zero tolerance for plagiarism and/or any other forms of
academic dishonesty.
15. Students are provided one hour to submit their answer scripts after the official examination time.
Submissions made after the official examination time will be rejected by the examination
regulations and will not be marked.
16. Students experiencing network or load shedding problems are advised to apply, together with
supporting evidence, for an aegrotat within 3 days of the examination session.
17. Students experiencing technical problems should contact the SCSC on 080 000 1870 or email
or refer to Get-Help for the list of additional contact numbers.
Communication received from your myLife account will be considered.
Remember to complete the Honesty Declaration when submitting your answers. By
submitting your answers you are confirming that your submission is your own, unaided work.
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