Module 25689 (2013)

Module Description - Mobile & Ubiquitous Computing (Extended)

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Module TitleMobile & Ubiquitous Computing (Extended)
SchoolComputer Science
Module Code06-25689
DescriptorCOMP/06-25689/LM
Member of StaffMirco Musolesi:10, Christopher Bowers:10
LevelM
Credits20
Semester2
Pre-requisitesThis module is only appropriate for students with excellent programming skills in a language such as Java
Co-requisitesNone
RestrictionsNone (12 students in first year taught)
Contact hours30
Delivery2 hr lecture, 1hr tutorial/practical a week
DescriptionThis module is concerned with the issues surrounding mobile and ubiquitous computing systems. It examines the particular issues that arise in these systems both from a technical perspective and in terms of usability and interaction. The underlying theoretical and technological frameworks are discussed. Students are introduced to development tools and techniques for building mobile systems and their understanding is reinforced through practical work. The present and potential future applications are reviewed.
Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to:Assessed by:
Demonstrate an understanding of the technologies used in mobile and ubiquitous systems and the constraints that they impose Examination
Demonstrate an understanding of the range of novel applications based upon mobile systems as well as their particular requirements Examination
Demonstrate an understanding of the models and technologies for developing mobile applications Examination, Continuous Assessment
Demonstrate practical skills in developing mobile applications Continuous Assessment
AssessmentSessional: 2 hr examination (80%), continuous assessment (20%)
Supplementary (where allowed): Examination (80%) with the continuous assessment mark carried forward (20%)
Texts Schiller, J. , Mobile Communications , 2003
Coulouris, G., Dollimore, J., Kindberg, T., Blair G. , Distributed Systems (5th Edition) , 2011
Jones, M. and Marsden, G. , Mobile Interaction Design , 2006