Course Details in 2025/26 Session

Module Title	LH Mobile & Ubiquitous Computing
School	Computer Science
Department	Computer Science
Module Code	06 29289
Module Lead	Christopher Baber
Level	Honours Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 2
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Co-requisites
Restrictions	This module is only appropriate for students with excellent programming skills in a language such as Java.
Contact Hours	Lecture-22 hours Practical Classes and workshops-11 hours Guided independent study-167 hours Total: 200 hours
Exclusions
Description	This module is concerned with the issues surrounding mobile and ubiquitous computing systems. It examines the particular issues that arise in these systems both from a technical perspective and in terms of usability and interaction. The underlying theoretical and technological frameworks are discussed. Students are introduced to development tools and techniques for building mobile systems and their understanding is reinforced through practical work. The present and potential future applications are reviewed.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Demonstrate an understanding of the technologies used in mobile and ubiquitous systems and the constraints that they impose Demonstrate an understanding of the range of novel applications based upon mobile systems as well as their particular requirements Demonstrate an understanding of the models and technologies for developing mobile applications Demonstrate practical skills in developing mobile applications
Assessment	29289-02 : Continuous Assessment : Coursework (100%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Main Assessments: Continuous assessment (100%) Supplementary Assessments: Continuous assessment (100%) over the Summer Period
Other	None
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