User-centric Application Development (10 cr)

Objective

After completing the course, the student understands how user-centric design methods are utilized in application development. The student knows the components of usability and the standards that define usability. The student is able to evaluate the usability, efficiency and learnability of the user interface and to design user-friendly software, the development of which has taken into account user-centered design principles. The student is able to design and implement web applications in terms of server-side functionality, taking into account data security.

Content

User-centric user interface design
Usability assessment and testing methods
Accessibility
User interface design tools
Basics of server side programming
Using Web Application Frameworks
Fundamentals of databases
Security of web applications

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to define the course concepts and models and is able to justify the analysis. Student is able to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student understands the importance of expertise in the field of information and communication technology and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. Student is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze expertise in the information and communication technology sector and the development of his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Qualifications

Orientating Studies in ICT