This unit (NIT6120) will address the creation of mobile applications across multiple platforms for contemporary and emerging popular smartphone use. It provides hands-on experience in developing applications for Google Android and Apple iOS. Topics covered include: smartphone platforms; the approach for developing identical applications for each platform; and Cross-Platform Development with Phone Apps. Multiple platforms emphasises the portability of apps that students create and encourages a deeper understanding of object-oriented programming principles to benefit students throughout their career.
Unit details
Location:
Study level:
Postgraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
NIT6120
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Implement various object-oriented programming techniques; | ||
| 2. | Design and implement innovative solutions to potential mobile applications in a variety of user domains; | ||
| 3. | Evaluate and verify the proposed new mobile applications, with consideration of various platforms and operating systems; and | ||
| 4. | Articulate complex aspects of product development and implementation to specialist and non-specialist audiences including potential users. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Laboratory Work | In class individual laboratory reports (10) | 10% |
| Project | Project based assignments (2) | 40% |
| Test | Online open book tests (2) | 50% |
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