Mobile Application Development

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Abstract

This subject covers the theoretical and technical knowledge and skills necessary to develop various applications for small and resource-constrained devices. The Android platform is the primary focus of the subject, whilst iPhone Operating System (iOS) and Windows Mobile will also be considered in the overview of platform architectures. The concepts of Graphical User Interface (GUI), local and distributed database design will be taught to produce some sample mobile applications. Successful completion of the subject will lead participants towards developing applications relating to real-life problems, games, entertainment and education.

Syllabus

Introduction to handheld devices.Different mobile platform architectures.Developing for handheld/ mobile devices.Overview of Programming.Introduction to Android Programming.Introduction to Windows Phone Programming.Graphical User Interface (GUI), multimedia and animation.Database: Data in local and distributed storage.Working with iOS and Windows Phone.

Assumed knowledge

Background knowledge at the level of ITC206.

Enrolment restrictions

Available to undergraduate students only.

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