ACIT4910 User Diversity and ICT Barriers Course description

This course covers differences in user requirements due to user heterogeneity, situational variations and the wide range of hardware, software and versions of these. Identification of disabling barriers and how these can be eliminated or reduced through universal design of ICT is a central theme in this course. Furthermore relevant guidelines, regulations and legislation will be covered.

This course covers the use of scripting as a programming paradigm to solve challenges like automation and integration as well as data analysis. The focus is on understanding how scripting combined with utility libraries can be helpful in solving a task. Scripts can vary in length and complexity, but are normally written in a high-level language that focuses on ease of expression and readability as well as a powerful set of libraries for integrating with other systems. Scripts can be written as a means to create tools that eases scientific work or automates tasks. However, they can also be used to make systems interact that would normally not. In most automated workflows, there are several scripts acting as the glue between otherwise incompatible systems. The course will use the Python programming language.

No formal requirements over and above the admission requirements.

None

The following required coursework must be approved before the student can take the exam:

• Two individual oral presentations of research articles in class (45 minutes per presentation including questions). One presentation is on an assigned article and the other article is selected by the student.
• Being opponent against two student presentations and prepare three questions for each of these.
• Participation:
  • There is a minimum 80% mandatory attendance in this course. Students who do not meet this requirement will not be allowed to sit the exam.
  • Obligatory participation in two excursions is required in order for the student to pass this course. The dates for the excursions will be announced at semester start.

The following required coursework must be approved before the student can take the exam:

3 mandatory lab assignments (oblig)

An individual project report between 5000 and 10000 words, not counting code appendix.

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 registering 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 are permitted, provided the rules for plagiarism and source referencing are complied with.

Grade scale A-F.

Two internal examiners. External examiner is used periodically.

Nikolai Bjørnestøl Hansen