This unit will address the creation of mobile applications across platforms and Web systems for contemporary and emerging popular smartphone use. It provides hands-on experience in developing applications for Google Android, Apple iOS, and Windows Phone. Topics covered include: smartphone platforms; the approach for developing identical applications for each platform; Web Applications; and Cross-Platform Development with Phone Apps. Multiple platforms emphasises the portability of apps that students create and encourages a deeper understanding of programming principles to benefit students throughout their career.

Unit details

Location:
Footscray Park
VU Sydney
Study level:
Postgraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
NIT6120

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. Design and implement innovative solutions to potential mobile applications in a variety of user domains;  
  2. Test and verify the proposed new mobile applications, with consideration of various platforms and operating systems; and  
  3. Communicate complex aspects of product development and implementation to specialist and non-specialists audiences including potential users.  

Assessment

Assessment type Description Grade
Report Weekly Labs (100 word report for each Lab) 20%
Project Design Project Report (500 words) 20%
Test Mid-Semester Test (1 hour) 20%
Examination Final Examination (3 hours) 40%

Required reading

Programming with Mobile Applications: Android™, iOS, and Windows® Phone 7 1st ed.
Thomas J. Duffy, (2013)
Cengage Learning

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Master of Engineering Telecommunication - Specialisation

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