Apply principles of creating computer software by developing a complete programme to meet given business specifications US

This unit standard is intended:
To provide a expert knowledge of the areas covered
For those working in, or entering the workplace in the area of Systems Development
To demonstrate an understanding of how to create (in the computer language of choice) a complete computer program that will solve a given business problem, showing all the steps involved in creating computer software

People credited with this unit standard are able to:
Interpret a given specification to plan a computer program solution
Design a computer program to meet a business requirement
Create a computer program that implements the design
Test a computer program against the business requirements
Implement the program to meet business requirements
Document the program according to industry standards

The performance of all elements is to a standard that allows for further learning in this area.