Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module

The project module builds on the knowledge gained through the courses Fundamental Object-oriented Programming and Design and programming of user interfaces

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Disclaimer.
This is an English translation of the module. In case of discrepancy between the translation and the Danish version, the Danish version of the module is valid.

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• gain knowledge about mobile application development, and experience using tools in the development of a mobile application to support a defined and well-defined activity, for example a work function, a service or an experience
• understand and include the special circumstances that characterize a mobile application: the user is often in a mobile context, there are special screen and interaction options, as well as battery, processor, and communication limitations

Skills

• use concepts and methods linked to mobile applications and services
• establish and configure a tool for developing mobile applications
• establish and use a tool for developing a concrete application that solves a problem
• use the tool for testing and debugging program code
• use any  other capabilities in the tool's SDK apply the tool's human interface guidelines in accordance with how the application should be used to solve a problem
• download and run the program on a mobile device
• argue for the choices made, including explaining how requirements,  technical solution, and users' needs are connected

Competences

After completing the project module, the student must be able to develop a concrete mobile application for a specific use, including

• identify and utilize relevant technical options in a mobile SDK in connection with a specific case
• develop test and debug program code
• develop a mobile application that is runnable and demonstrable
• reflect on choices made and development process

Type of instruction

The module is organized with seminars and workshops, where the students in groups of 2-4 develop a mobile application that solves a problem.

Extent and expected workload

The student is expected to spend 30 hours per ECTS, which for this activity means 300 hours.

Exam

Exams

Name of exam	Development of a Mobile Application
Type of exam	Oral exam based on a project Oral examination based on the mobile application
ECTS	10
Permitted aids	Aids are permitted during the preparation of the project, but not during the exam. Rules regarding AI are mentioned on the semester page in MOODLE
Assessment	7-point grading scale
Type of grading	External examination
Criteria of assessment	The criteria of assessment are stated in the Examination Policies and Procedures

Additional information

Contact: Study Board for Computer Science via cs-sn@cs.aau.dk or 9940 8854