100% assignment (Learning Outcomes 1 to 3)

A practical artefact supported by written documentation. Students will create a web application which uses current frameworks to enhance design and user experience (Learning Outcome 1 and 3). Students will also write a 1000 word researched report to accompany the artefact (Learning Outcome 2).

Frameworks such as JQuery, JQueryMobile
User Experience - Creating a UX with the help of frameworks
Evaluating user needs
Ensuring frameworks used suit the target audience
Degradation of Frameworks

The module is taught as a 2 hour lab which will contain mini-lectures to support the underlying knowledge and skills required to complete the module. Students will be encouraged to expand their knowledge in the area outside tutorial slots, so it is envisaged a 1 hour slot (un-staffed) will be available to them to continue these studies.

Web Server
Editors

Prior study of Introduction to Software Development (CE00371-4) or equivalent

Course notes and supplementary reading will be given.

Firtman, M. (2012) jQuery Mobile: Up and Running, O'Reilly Media, ISBN-13: 978-1449397654
Allen. J., and Chudley. J. (2012) Smashing UX Design: Foundations for Designing Online User Experiences (Smashing Magazine Book Series), John Wiley and Sons, ISBN-10: 0470666854