Course Title: Build a graphical user interface
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2020
Course Code: COSC7386C
Course Title: Build a graphical user interface
School: 375T Vocational Design and Social Context
Campus: City Campus
Program: C5384 - Diploma of Digital Media Technologies
Course Contact: Nat Bates
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 3326
Course Contact Email: nat.bates@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Suzanne Thomson suzanne.thomson@rmit.edu.au ph: 9925 4815 Jeanie Hague-Smith jeanie.hague-smith@rmit.edu.au ph: 9925 4815
Nominal Hours: 20
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Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
N/A
Course Description
This course will provide you with the skills and knowledge required to design, build and test a graphical user interface (GUI) to specification.
It applies to programmers in a variety of fields who provide information and communications technology (ICT) support in small to medium enterprises (SMEs).
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
ICTICT406 Build a graphical user interface |
Element: |
1. Determine specification of GUI |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Review GUI requirements 1.2 Review organisational standards for GUI 1.3 Determine the back-end for interfacing with the GUI 1.4 Determine the functionality of the GUI, including back-end interface 1.5 Determine the application development language for writing the GUI 1.6 Determine type and level of documentation required |
Element: |
2. Design GUI to specification |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Design the GUI incorporating the required functionality 2.2 Document design outcomes |
Element: |
3. Build GUI to specification |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Build the GUI with the required functionality in the determined language, using the toolkit's classes or widgets, containers and other pertinent features |
Element: |
4. Test and document GUI to meet specification |
Performance Criteria: |
4.1 Test GUI for overall functionality according to requirements 4.2 Iterate GUI design or build until test results meet requirements 4.3 Produce technical documentation for the GUI |
Learning Outcomes
This course will give you the ability to:
- build a graphical user interface (GUI) to requirements
- demonstrate a GUI in concept and compiled form, using appropriate development tools to assist GUI construction
- develop appropriate documentation
- explain and apply object oriented programming concepts
- identify the system properties
- describe the features of application programming interface (API)
- identify the issues relating to copyright and intellectual property
- discuss code of practice relevant to the computer industry
- discuss the Commonwealth and State privacy and information access legislation applicable to the job role.
Details of Learning Activities
This course consists of 2 Units of Competency that are clustered together for delivery and assessment. The other unit of competency in this clustered course is: ICTICT406 COSC7386c Build a graphical user interface.
In class learning activities may include, but are not limited to:
• lectures and/or lab work
• teacher directed group activities and projects
• concept development of group and individual projects
• group discussions and class presentations
• peer and teacher feedback
• WIP (work in progress) reviews
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
Out of class activities may include, but are not limited to:
• maintaining secure daily backups of all assessment and project data to your RMIT Google Drive account
• accessing online tutorial resources
• self directed online, library and industry research
• self directed project production work and reflection
• class excursions to events and locations outside of RMIT
Teaching Schedule
Please note: While your teacher will cover all the material in this schedule, the weekly order is subject to change depending on class needs and availability of speakers and resources.
Week 1 |
6/7/20 |
Graphic User Interface (GUI), exploring the history and evolution of GUI. Looking at standards, what makes good and bad GUI experience. Topic Covered:
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Week 2 | 13/7/20 |
Interaction design standards and how they impact on GUI design. Exploring the role of XML and web services. Topics Covered:
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Week 3 | 20/7/20 |
API and their role in application data flow. Locating and plugging in a weather API to a HTML page using online services. Topic Covered:
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Week 4 | 27/7 |
Object orientated programming language an introduction, discover the basic principles and syntax of C# Topics Covered:
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AT1 Due |
Week 5 | 3/8 |
Unity Engine, an introduction to the software, environment and using UI elements. Topics Covered:
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Week 6 | 10/8 |
Unity programming, passing variables from scene to scene, allowing user input and customisation control. Topics Covered:
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Week 7 | 17/8 |
Unity Mini Project: Using what has been discovered all ready, students will create a fast application in Unity to help solidify they skills. Topics Covered:
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Week 8 | 24/8 |
Augmented Reality and application design, discovering the use of AR in application design for a variety of purposes. Topics Covered:
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AT2 Due |
Week 9 | 7/9/20 |
Determining GUI Specifications, taking a look at a client brief and and determining the back-end interface, functionality, suitable development language, timeline for project and the documentation required. Topics Covered:
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Week 10 | 14/9/20 |
Ideation and pre-production, exploring wireframe development, concept development through collaboration with peers. Topics covered:
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Week 11 | 21/9 |
Pre-production documentation, exploring the requirements of documentation Topics covered:
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Week 12 | 28/9 |
App Prototype development, using Unity create a functional application that follow the project specifications.Topics Covered
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AT3 Due
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Week 13 | 5/10 |
Application test and review, explore ways to test the application on users for both technical and functional analysis. Topics Covered
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Week 14 | 12/10 |
Application development, working on deploying your application to the target device for review and process. Topics Covered
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Week 15 | 19/10 | Application development, working on deploying your application to the target device for review and process. |
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Week 16 | 26/10 | Application development, working on deploying your application to the target device for review and process. |
AT4 Due |
Week 17 | 2/11 | Time permitting, we will review your submission and over the topic of the course covered. |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Students are encouraged to make full use of class time, open studio time and University computer lab resources. Please consult the RMIT University web site for details of access times and locations.
Other required resources include, but are not limited to: an A4 or A3 visual diary, drawing materials (pencils of various grades (1B & 2B), erasers, coloured pencils and pens, graphic markers such as Copic brand) broadband internet access, suitable digital media storage such as a portable hard drive or USB 3.0 flash drive, with at least 128Gb capacity.
You are strongly advised to maintain a daily backup schedule of all assessment and project data to your RMIT account.
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, practical project work and through the application of learned skills.
Assessment Tasks
Assessment for this course is competency based. To show competency, you must complete all assessments to a satisfactory standard. You will receive feedback from the teacher at the conclusion of each assessment task.
Late assessment submissions, or submissions that do not reach the required standard may be assessed as Not Satisfactory (NS). You will receive feedback on your assessment through Canvas and resubmission instructions via email. You must resubmit within two weeks of this notification. You may re-submit an assessment task only once. Please refer to the assessment brief or rubric for full assessment criteria. All assessment documents are available on the course Canvas page through MyRMIT.
AT1 - Knowledge Questions
In order for students to gain an understanding of GUI, API, XML, UI and standards related to these, student will answer set questions.
AT2 - Development Logbook
Students will participate in a set in class exercises which will show them basic of scripting syntax and interaction in Unity. Students will compile answers in a subject logbook.
AT3 - Design and AR App for iOS
In this assessment students will participate in ideation of an Application concept resulting in them developing a pre-production document that will outline design and technical features of the application.
AT4 - Build an AR App for iOS
In this assessment students will develop, build, test and deploy their application to a set device.
Graded assessment in this course uses the following grades:
CA - Competency Achieved
NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit
Assessment Matrix
The assessment matrix for this course demonstrates alignment of assessment tasks with the unit of competency. It can be found on the Canvas course page through myRmit, or from your teacher.
Other Information
Please refer to the RMIT student page for extensive information about study support, assessment, extensions, appeals and a range of other matters.
Attendance:
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises. You are strongly advised to attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Assessment Feedback:
You will receive spoken and written feedback on all your work. Where relevant, this feedback will also include suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Academic Progress:Monitoring academic progress is an important enabling and proactive strategy designed to assist you in achieving your learning potential.
Adjustments to Assessment
If you are unable to complete any piece of assessment satisfactorily by the due date, you can choose to apply for an adjustment to your assessment. RMIT University offers a range of adjustments designed to support you in your studies, including an extension of time to complete the assessment.
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism:
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning:
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Recognition of Current Competency (RCC) RCC applies only if you have previously successfully demonstrated competence in a unit of competency, and now require to be reassessed to ensure that the competence is being maintained.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer, RPL, or RCC for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
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