ACIT4070 Programming and API for Interaction Course description

The course focuses on the technical aspects of the implementation of user interfaces.

No formal requirements over and above the admission requirements.

A student who has completed this course should have the following learning outcomes, defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

On successful completion of this course the student

• has specialized knowledge of frameworks and APIs for developing user interfaces
• has specialized knowledge of architectual styles and design patterns
• has advanced knowledge of copyright, ownership and intellectual property with reuse of code

Skills

On successful completion of this course the student

• will be acquainted with new frameworks and platforms for developing software systems
• can use current development environments
• can analyse the suitability of design patterns for problem-solving in universal design and user interfaces
• can apply and justify architectual styles and design patterns

General competence

On successful completion of this course the student

• can analyse development processes and make decisions that maximize reuse and minimize costs
• can apply knowledge of APIs, frameworks and developing skills in new areas and carry out advanced assignments and projects

This course is organized as a series of lectures which cover the central parts of the theory.

Guest lectures can be organised on chosen topics. Students work in groups on projects under supervision.

None

One written report + code (up to 5000 words). Individual or groups of max 2.

The exam can be appealed

New/postponed exam

In case of failed exam or legal absence, the student may apply for a new or postponed exam. New or postponed exams are offered within a reasonable time span following the regular exam. The student is responsible for applying for a new/postponed exam within the time limits set by OsloMet. The Regulations for new or postponed examinations are available in Regulations relating to studies and examinations at OsloMet.

All aids permitted

For the final assessment a grading scale from A to E is used, where A denotes the highest and E the lowest pass grade, and F denotes a fail.

Two internal examiners. External examiner is used periodically.

Professor Tor-Morten Grønli