Program Overview

Program Overview

The Physical Computing III module is a course offered by Aalborg University, focusing on the principles of object-oriented programming and the development of algorithms for interactive systems.

Module Content, Progression, and Pedagogy

This module teaches students about fundamental software principles and how different digital systems can be designed to create alternative forms of human-machine interaction. Students learn the principles of object-oriented programming and develop algorithms for new forms of interaction.

Subjects

The module may offer subjects within the following areas:

• Physical Computing III

Learning Objectives

Knowledge

Students are expected to gain basic knowledge of:

• Object-oriented programming
• Real-time input/output streams used in programming interactive systems
• Serial communication protocols used in application communication and internet-based communication
• Data mapping strategies used in developing interactive systems

Skills

Students should acquire skills in:

• Applying technical knowledge to develop and demonstrate the use of an interactive system
• Analyzing the use of artifacts
• Summarizing knowledge in written documentation

Competencies

Students should develop competencies in:

• Evaluating artifacts from a technical perspective
• Identifying further learning needs in programming interactive systems

Teaching Methods

The module is taught through individual or small group work.

Examination

Exam Details

• Exam name: Physical Computing III
• Exam form: Oral exam based on a project
• The exam is a bounded assignment of seven days' duration, followed by an oral examination.
• Submission: In groups or individually
• The exam takes the form of a conversation between the student, examiner, and an internal co-examiner, based on the artifact and report prepared by the student.
• Exam duration: 10 minutes per student, including time for assessment and grading, up to a maximum of 2 hours.
• Scope: The written part must not exceed 5 pages.
• ECTS: 5
• Assessment form: 7-point scale
• Examination language: Danish and English

Module Facts

• English title: Physical Computing III
• Module code: KOTBA
• Module type: Course
• Duration: 1 semester
• Semester: Autumn, 3rd semester
• ECTS: 5
• Teaching language: Danish and English
• Teaching location: Campus Aalborg
• Module responsible: Stine Lindahl Jacobsen
• Included in: Bachelor's degree in Art and Technology, 2020 and 2022

Organization

• Education owner: Bachelor (BA) in Art and Technology
• Study board: Study board for Art, Health, and Technology
• Institute: Institute for Communication and Psychology
• Faculty: The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences