Android App Development

Abstract

The aim of this subject is to develop skills and knowledge in native mobile applications development for the Android platform. The subject starts with a review of the Java programming language, which builds on students' previous knowledge of object oriented programming. The subject teaches the fundamentals of Android app design, … For more content click the Read More button below.

The aim of this subject is to develop skills and knowledge in native mobile applications development for the Android platform. The subject starts with a review of the Java programming language, which builds on students' previous knowledge of object oriented programming. The subject teaches the fundamentals of Android app design, as well as examining advanced programming concepts such as Model-View-Controller (MVC), controls and the user interface, Google APIs, content providers and intents.

Syllabus

Introduction to Android app developmentRevision of Java programming conceptsJava for Android developersSetting up Android development environmentAndroid and Model-View-ControllerAnatomy of Android applicationsUser interface design principlesUser interface and fragmentsDisplaying dialogsAndroid and Google APIsPublishing Android applications on Google Play

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to develop advanced applications for the Android platform;

be able to write, examine and critique Java program code for Android applications;

be able to compare and analyse different types of Model-View-Controller patterns;

be able to build and develop a user interface for the Android platform using sound user interface design principles;

be able to implement various app components for the Android platform; and

be able to publish an Android application

Assumed knowledge

Programming knowledge similar to the level covered in ITC538

Enrolment restrictions

Only available to postgraduate students.

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