Physical Interface Design I
2020/2021
Content, progress and pedagogy of the module
In this module, students learn about basic principles of electronics and how different electronic sensors and actuators can be interfaced to a microcontroller to design alternative forms of interactions between man and machine.
In connection with the module, courses may be offered within the following areas:
- Basic Electronics
- Sensors and Actuators I
Learning objectives
Knowledge
During this module students should acquire basic knowledge about
- basic electronics: resistors, diodes, and transistors
- sensing possibilities: binary (buttons) and continuous (analog) sensors
- related work in sensor technology and the media arts
Skills
During this module students should acquire skills in
- developing and applying a physical interface using specific sensors and actuators
- analyzing use of the artefact
- synthesizing knowledge in written documentation
Competences
During this module students should acquire competencies in
- evaluating an artefact with regards to basic electronics, sensors, and actuators.
Type of instruction
Method of working: Individual or small groups
Exam
Exams
| Name of exam | Physical Interface Design I |
| Type of exam | Written exam
The examination is a 7-day assignment on a set subject.
Number of pages: the written part must not exceed 5 pages. In case of a fail grade, an additional examiner will also evaluate the assignment. The examination may be substituted by satisfactory and active participation in courses, i.e. 80% presence and submission of all assignments set during the course. |
| ECTS | 5 |
| Permitted aids | All written and all electronic aids |
| 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 | Fysisk interface design I |
| Module code | BAART20153 |
| Module type | Course |
| Duration | 1 semester |
| Semester | Autumn
1. 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 |
