COMPX202-23B (HAM)

Mobile Computing and Software Architecture

15 Points

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The University of Waikato
Academic Divisions
Division of Health Engineering Computing & Science
School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences Office
Department of Computer Science

Staff

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Convenor(s)

Judy Bowen

Judy Bowen
4547
G.1.08
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judy.bowen@waikato.ac.nz

Jemma Konig

Jemma Konig
4768
G.2.04
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jemma.konig@waikato.ac.nz

Lecturer(s)

Administrator(s)

: buddhika.subasinghe@waikato.ac.nz

Placement/WIL Coordinator(s)

Tutor(s)

Student Representative(s)

Lab Technician(s)

Librarian(s)

: alistair.lamb@waikato.ac.nz

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What this paper is about

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This paper teaches mobile computing and software architecture. It revisits object-oriented programming, primarily as seen in Java. It also includes a focus on software development methodologies, version control, design methodologies, class diagrams, software patterns, testing, and an introduction to Android development.

The learning outcomes for this paper are linked to Washington Accord graduate attributes WA1-WA11. Explanation of the graduate attributes can be found at: https://www.ieagreements.org/

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How this paper will be taught

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This course will be taught jointly with COMPX242. It has lectures, supervised labs, lab work to be completed in the students' own time, a series of online quizzes, practical assignments and in-class tests. Students should attend 3 lectures per week and select one of the supervised lab session to attend.
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Required Readings

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There are no preassigned readings

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Learning Outcomes

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Students who successfully complete the course should be able to:

  • Apply a test design strategy within a supplied testing context (WA2)
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignment 3 (6)
  • Create UML diagrams to describe the class structure for a given problem, and describe an example of a software architecture and its application of use (WA2, WA3)
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Test 1 (3)
  • Explain the use of at least two different software design patterns in terms of their context of use and practical application (WA2, WA4)
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignment 2 (4)
    • Test 2 (5)
  • Make use of version control and develop interactive Android applications (WA3, WA4, WA5).
    Linked to the following assessments:
    • Assignment 1 (2)
    • Assignment 2 (4)
    • Assignment 3 (6)
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Assessments

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How you will be assessed

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Assessment items are as follows:

  • Three programming assignments, at 20% each
  • Two tests, at 15% each
  • Five Moodle quizzes, at 2% each

If you are enrolled in a BE(Hons), samples of your work may be required as part of the Engineering New Zealand accreditation process for BE(Hons) degrees. Any samples taken will have the student name and ID redacted. If you do not want samples of your work collected then please email the engineering administrator, Natalie Shaw (natalie.shaw@waikato.ac.nz), to opt out.

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The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0. There is no final exam. The final exam makes up 0% of the overall mark.

The internal assessment/exam ratio (as stated in the University Calendar) is 100:0 or 0:0, whichever is more favourable for the student. The final exam makes up either 0% or 0% of the overall mark.

Component DescriptionDue Date TimePercentage of overall markSubmission MethodCompulsory
1. Moodle quizzes (x 5)
10
  • Online: Submit through Moodle
2. Assignment 1
11 Aug 2023
5:00 PM
20
  • Other: Moodle and Git repository
3. Test 1
5 Sep 2023
1:00 PM
15
  • In Class: In Lecture
4. Assignment 2
22 Sep 2023
5:00 PM
20
  • Other: Moodle and Git repository
5. Test 2
12 Oct 2023
4:00 PM
15
  • In Class: In Lecture
6. Assignment 3
20 Oct 2023
5:00 PM
20
  • Other: Moodle and Git repository plus lab verification
Assessment Total:     100    
Failing to complete a compulsory assessment component of a paper will result in an IC grade
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