Unit rationale, description and aim
This unit aims to develop advanced knowledge in application development. It integrates the knowledge and skills gained in the programming concepts units to develop industry-strength Web and mobile applications. This unit introduces essential concepts, techniques, software tools and modern frameworks required for designing, creating and testing interactive Web and mobile applications. It covers both theoretical and practical knowledge on a wide range of modern technologies used for developing and maintaining web and mobile applications. In addition, it shows how to improve the life of disadvantaged people especially the poor and vulnerable through using novel web and mobile applications.
Learning outcomes
To successfully complete this unit you will be able to demonstrate you have achieved the learning outcomes (LO) detailed in the below table.
Each outcome is informed by a number of graduate capabilities (GC) to ensure your work in this, and every unit, is part of a larger goal of graduating from ACU with the attributes of insight, empathy, imagination and impact.
Explore the graduate capabilities.
Demonstrate high-level working knowledge and under...
Learning Outcome 01
Distinguish the current architectures, frameworks ...
Learning Outcome 02
Develop responsive mobile app applications using i...
Learning Outcome 03
Critically and effectively examine, using technica...
Learning Outcome 04
Content
Topics will include:
- Getting Started with ASP.NET 4.5
- Building an ASP.NET Website
- Designing Web Pages
- Working with ASP.NET Server Controls
- Programming ASP.NET Web Pages
- Creating Consistent Looking Websites
- Navigation and User Control
- Validating User Input
- ASP.NET validation Controls
- JQuery and AJAX
- Data-bound Controls
- Android Development 1: Fundamentals, Activities and Intents
- Android Development 2: User interface and layouts
- Android Development 3: Lists and adapters
- Android Development 4: APIs and libraries
- How web and mobile applications can assist poor or vulnerable populations
Assessment strategy and rationale
ASSESSMENT STRATEGY AND RATIONALE
A range of assessment procedures will be used to meet the unit learning outcomes and develop graduate attributes consistent with University assessment requirements. The first assessment item requires student to gradually develop a website following given tutorial instructions. The second assessment item requires student to develop a dynamic, data-driven website with a report of website operations. The final assessment is an Android app development project that assesses students’ understanding, knowledge, and communication skills in the process of mobile app development.
The assessments for this unit are designed to demonstrate the achievement of each learning outcome. To pass this unit, students are required to obtain an overall mark of at least 50%.
Overview of assessments
Assessment 1: Website development practice Stude...
Assessment 1: Website development practice
Students are required to develop a functional website through following a series of tutorial tasks. Students should provide the functionality specified, according to tutorial instructions. The developed website should also have a consistent look and feel. The development practices gradually build up web development skills.
Submission Type: Individual
Assessment Method: Cumulative assessment
Artefact: website code
30%
Assessment 2: Website development assignment Stu...
Assessment 2: Website development assignment
Students are required to develop a dynamic, data-driven website. The website will demonstrate the use of HTML, CSS and ASP controls, including user input validation, error handling, server-side authentication and so on. Students are required to write a brief report with screenshots to introduce the operation of website.
Submission Type: Individual
Assessment Method: code and report submission
Artefact: website code and report
30%
Assessment 3: Android app development project St...
Assessment 3: Android app development project
Students will develop a real-life responsive mobile app. The app can help stakeholders improve the life experience. The app will also be useful for assisting disadvantaged populations. Students are required to write a brief project report with screenshots to introduce the operation of the mobile app.
Submission Type: Individual
Assessment Method: project code and report submission
Artefact: mobile app code and report
40%
Learning and teaching strategy and rationale
This unit can be offered in different modes to cater for the learning needs and preferences of a range of participants and maximise effective participation for isolated and/or marginalised groups.
Attendance Mode
In a weekly attendance mode, students will require face-to-face attendance in specific physical or online location/s. Students will have face-to-face interactions with lecturer(s) or tutors to further their achievement of the learning outcomes. This unit is structured with required upfront preparation before workshops, most students report that they spend an average of one hour preparing before the workshop and one or more hours after the workshop practicing and revising what was covered. The online learning platforms used in this unit provide multiple forms of preparatory and practice opportunities for you to prepare and revise.
Multi-Mode
In a multi-mode, students will require face-to-face attendance in blocks of time determined by the School. Students will have face-to-face interactions with lecturer(s) to further their achievement of the learning outcomes. This unit is structured with required upfront preparation before workshops. The online learning platforms used in this unit provide multiple forms of preparatory and practice opportunities for you to prepare and revise.
Students should anticipate undertaking 150 hours of study for this unit, including activities such as class attendance, readings, online forum participation and assessment preparation.
ACU Online
This unit uses an active learning approach to support students in the exploration of knowledge essential to the discipline. Students are provided with choice and variety in how they learn. Students are encouraged to contribute to asynchronous weekly discussions. Active learning opportunities provide students with opportunities to practice and apply their learning in situations similar to their future professions. Activities encourage students to bring their own examples to demonstrate understanding, application and engage constructively with their peers. Students receive regular and timely feedback on their learning, which includes information on their progress.