Overview
Theory and programming of advanced human-computer interaction: natural and tangible interaction; ubiquitous, wearable, and mobile computing; mixed and augmented reality; future user interfaces; sensor and display technologies; societal issues.
This paper introduces the foundations and technologies for Pervasive and Ubiquitous Computing. Since envisioned by Mark Weiser, the concepts of Pervasive and Ubiquitous Computing are now reality. This paper will introduce the concepts and technologies needed for building Ubiquitous Computing applications. During the paper we will also cover risks and opportunities in pervasive systems, including privacy, security and ethical considerations. The paper will be complemented by practical experiences gained through building own Ubiquitous Computing applications in the lab.
About this paper
| Paper title | Advanced Human-Computer Interaction and Interactive Systems |
|---|---|
| Subject | Information Science |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Not offered in 2026 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,318.20 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- One of (INFO 201, INFO 202, COSC 202 or COSC 203)
- Restriction
- TELE 303
- Recommended Preparation
- INFO 203
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music, Commerce, Science
- Contact
- tobias.langlotz@otago.ac.nz
- Teaching staff
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
- Course outline
- View the most recent Course Outline
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of INFO 305, students should be able to:
- Design, implement and critique pervasive and mobile computing systems
- Explain the concepts of pervasive and ubiquitous computing, mobile and wearable computing as well as common characteristics
- Explain the basic technologies for pervasive and mobile technologies
- Describe the organisation of a wireless network and how wireless networks support mobile users
- Design and implement a prototypical ubiquitous computing application for a given platform and understand the constraints for developing ubiquitous applications
- Understand the risks and opportunities in pervasive systems, including privacy, security and ethical considerations
- Understand key application areas and future trends in pervasive systems
Overview
Theory and programming of advanced human-computer interaction: natural and tangible interaction; ubiquitous, wearable, and mobile computing; mixed and augmented reality; future user interfaces; sensor and display technologies; societal issues.
This paper introduces the foundations and technologies for Pervasive and Ubiquitous Computing. Since envisioned by Mark Weiser, the concepts of Pervasive and Ubiquitous Computing are now reality. This paper will introduce the concepts and technologies needed for building Ubiquitous Computing applications. During the paper we will also cover risks and opportunities in pervasive systems, including privacy, security and ethical considerations. The paper will be complemented by practical experiences gained through building own Ubiquitous Computing applications in the lab.
About this paper
| Paper title | Advanced Human-Computer Interaction and Interactive Systems |
|---|---|
| Subject | Information Science |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Not offered in 2027 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- One of (INFO 201, INFO 202, COSC 202 or COSC 203)
- Restriction
- TELE 303
- Recommended Preparation
- INFO 203
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music, Commerce, Science
- Contact
- tobias.langlotz@otago.ac.nz
- Teaching staff
- Textbooks
Textbooks are not required for this paper.
- Course outline
- View the most recent Course Outline
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Research.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of INFO 305, students should be able to:
- Design, implement and critique pervasive and mobile computing systems
- Explain the concepts of pervasive and ubiquitous computing, mobile and wearable computing as well as common characteristics
- Explain the basic technologies for pervasive and mobile technologies
- Describe the organisation of a wireless network and how wireless networks support mobile users
- Design and implement a prototypical ubiquitous computing application for a given platform and understand the constraints for developing ubiquitous applications
- Understand the risks and opportunities in pervasive systems, including privacy, security and ethical considerations
- Understand key application areas and future trends in pervasive systems