SIT313 - Mobile Computing
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| Enrolment modes: | (B, X) |
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| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Unit chair: | M Li |
| Prerequisite: | SIT202 or SIT222 |
| Contact hours: | 1 x 1 hour lecture per week, 1 x 2 hour practical per week |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit aims to provide students with theoretical knowledge and practical training in mobile and ubiquitous computing. The unit explores the technologies which will be used and the issues that must be faced when computer devices become more mobile and ubiquitous. The characteristics of mobile and pervasive applications and the networking technologies that enable them will be discussed. Fundamentals of mobile operating systems, data management, location tracking and context awareness are discussed. Issues such as energy, security and user interface design are discussed. A research project in an area related to mobile or ubiquitous computing is a fundamental party of the unit.Assessment
Project 40%, two assignments of equal weight 20%, examination 40%Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1045 | $1045 | $2717 | $2818 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.