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INFO305 Advanced Human-Computer Interaction and Interactive Systems

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.

Paper title Advanced Human-Computer Interaction and Interactive Systems
Paper code INFO305
Subject Information Science
EFTS 0.15
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 1 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees (NZD) $1,141.35
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.

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Prerequisite
INFO 202 or COSC 202
Restriction
TELE 303
Recommended Preparation
INFO 203
Schedule C
Arts and Music, Commerce, Science
Contact
tobias.langlotz@otago.ac.nz
Teaching staff

Associate Professor Tobias Langlotz

Textbooks

Textbooks are not required for this paper.

Course outline
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Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Scholarship, Critical thinking, Cultural understanding, Ethics, Research.
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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

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Timetable

Semester 1

Location
Dunedin
Teaching method
This paper is taught On Campus
Learning management system
Blackboard

Computer Lab

Stream Days Times Weeks
Attend
A1 Thursday 14:00-15:50 9-14, 16-22

Lecture

Stream Days Times Weeks
Attend
A1 Tuesday 12:00-12:50 9-14, 16, 18-22
Thursday 10:00-10:50 9-14, 16-22