COM6105 - Mobile Computing

Objectives:

Content:

The pervasive integration of mobile devices into our work and daily routines has led to a growing demand for mobile apps, shaping a dynamic marketplace. Advances in wireless networks, hardware technology and distributed service protocols have significantly enhanced the capabilities and widespread adoption of personal ICT devices such as mobile phones, personal digital assistants and mobile PCs. These transformative technologies present both technical hurdles and user-interface challenges for software developers. This module delves into the essential underlying technologies that underpin mobile applications, enhancing development skills to create software tailored for mobile devices. It also equips learners with the proficiency to conceptualise and design successful mobile applications.

Learning and Teaching Information:

The learning and teaching method for this module is centred on a series of predominantly practical guided activities, initiated by short theoretical introductions. The goal is to develop the students’ critical perspective while gaining up-to-date domain knowledge through practical work. Each session includes preliminary exercises and readings based on online materials conducted by students on their own. After the workshop, students individually consolidate their understanding through additional activities and further readings.

Workshops
Hours: 20
Group Size All Cohort

Guided independent study
Hours 130

Mobile application development and evaluation: Students will design, develop and evaluate a mobile solution to meet an industrially inspired specification that demands a range of the skills and techniques taught on the module. Students will be assessed on how comprehensively they meet the specification, along with the robustness and quality of their solution.

In computer science classes, formative assessment serves to bolster the skills essential for module success. This includes engaging in practical labs, undertaking design and modelling tasks, delivering case study presentations, completing short quizzes and conducting specific investigation tasks. The provision of formative feedback is integrated seamlessly into class sessions, ensuring an ongoing and iterative process to enhance learning outcomes.

Full details are available in the Module Handbook.

Assessment:

001 Mobile application development and evaluation; 2000 word equiv; end of sem 1 100%

Fact File

Module Coordinator - Antesar Shabut
Level - 6
Credit Value - 15
Pre-Requisites -
Semester(s) Offered - 6S1

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