Courses & Units
Development Methodologies and User Experience KIT219
Introduction
This unit explores the processes required for writing accurate software that meets its functional goals, but also satisfies the needs of the people who will be using it. Through an exploration of the various systems development methodologies, and all steps of the systems development lifecycle, you will learn the skills to make software that is fit for purpose. You will interact with real-life case studies to identify the most appropriate software development methodology to use to deliver a successful software project. Just like a real systems development team you will work in a group, building on each other’s strengths to develop a high-fidelity software application prototype to meet a real-world organisation’s requirements.
Summary
| Unit name | Development Methodologies and User Experience |
|---|---|
| Unit code | KIT219 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Sciences and Engineering School of Information and Communication Technology |
| Discipline | Information & Communication Technology |
| Coordinator | Doctor Meredith Castles |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 2 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 2 | 22/7/2024 | 16/8/2024 | 9/9/2024 | 27/10/2024 |
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Learning Outcomes
- Describe and analyse a range of system development methodologies to determine when to use a particular approach
- Design artefacts typically identified within the systems development life cycle that reflect a technology- and user-centric and user experience approach
- Create faithful prototypes based on user experience principles to express application designs
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 020305 | $1,118.00 | $1,118.00 | not applicable | $2,648.00 |
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Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | Weekly online modules Weekly 2-hour tutorials, starting in week 2 and finishing in week 12 |
|---|---|
| Assessment | Report (30%)|Weekly Tutorial Completion (30%)|SDLC Design Report (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes. |
Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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