Physical Computing II
2019/2020
Content, progress and pedagogy of the module
In this module, students advance their knowledge of basic electronics and are introduced to more advanced concepts of programming interactive systems. Students learn how different electronic sensors and actuators can be interfaced to a microcontroller to develop novel forms of interactions between human and machine.
In connection with the module, courses may be offered within the following areas:
- Physical Computing II
Learning objectives
Knowledge
During this module students should acquire:
Basic knowledge about
- programming concepts for interactive systems
- actuating possibilities (such as servo motors, solenoids, and simple mechanics)
- using micro-controllers: interface to the computer, analog/digital input/output
- real-time use of signals (such as sampling rate and filtering)
- related work in software development and the media arts.
Skills
Skills in
- analyzing use of the basic programming with various sensors and actuators
- synthesizing knowledge in written documentation.
Competences
Competencies in
- evaluating an artefact with regard to programming, sensors, and actuators.
Type of instruction
Method of working: Individual or small groups.
Exam
Exams
| Name of exam | Physical Computing II |
| Type of exam | Written exam
Written exam.
Hand in: Individual The examination is a 7-day assignment on a set subject. Number of pages: the written part must not exceed 5 pages. Form of examination: c) In case of a Fail grade, an additional examiner will also evaluate the assignment. |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Assessment | Passed/Not Passed |
| Type of grading | Internal examination |
| Criteria of assessment | The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures |
Facts about the module
| Danish title | Physical Computing II |
| Module code | BAART20196 |
| Module type | Course |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Semester | Spring
2. semester |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Language of instruction | English |
| Location of the lecture | Campus Aalborg |
| Responsible for the module |
Organisation
| Study Board | Study Board of Art, Health and Technology |
| Department | Department of Communication and Psychology |
| Faculty | The Faculty of Humanities |
