Introduction
This unit explores topics in Software Design and Implementation, Human-Computer Interaction and User Experience Design. You will explore the processes required for designing ICT systems that meets their functional goals but also satisfy the needs of the people who will be using them. Through an exploration of HCI and UX processes, various systems development methodologies, and all steps of the systems development lifecycle, you will learn the skills to design ICT systems that are fit for purpose. You will interact with design scenarios that are inspired by real-life implementations to identify the most appropriate software development and design methodologies to use to deliver a successful systems design project. Just like a real systems development team, you will work in a group, building on each other’s strengths to design, test and present a high-fidelity software application prototype to meet the requirement specification.
Summary
| Unit name | Development Methodologies and User Experience |
| Unit code | KIT219 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | 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 |
| Level | Intermediate |
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
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 and evaluate prototypes based on user experience principles to express application designs
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | On-Campus Melbourne and Sydney teaching arrangements may differ and will be advised by your teaching team. On-Campus & On-Line enrolments in Hobart and Launceston: Lecture: 11 weekly online lectures, 1 hr each, in Week #1, Week #2, Week #3, Week #4, Week #5, Week #6, Week #7, Week #8, Week #9, Week #10, and Week #11. Workshops: 12 face-to-face workshops, 2 hrs each, from Week #1 to Week #12. Self-learning: 3 hrs weekly of self-learning via online modules on MyLO. |
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| Assessment | In-semester Tests (5%)|Prototype & Design Review (30%)|Requirements & Design Proposal (30%)|Final Project Evaluation & Defence (35%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
Nil. |
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| Recommended | Nil. |
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