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2. Aims, Objectives & Graduate Attributes

2.1 Course Aims

Studio II - Physical Computing is designed to give students a thorough working experience of an iterative working design process within the context of constructing physical interactive environments from beginning to end. The course aims to consolidate existing team project skills acquired in previous studio and other courses, and augment them with further work that extends students' abilities in terms of background research, documentation, and communication of results. In doing so, it aims to:

explicitly address effective group communication practices within team work;
encourage a more rigorous approach to background research, documentation of the design process, and understanding of how the project relates to existing works;
provide students with the opportunity to throughly explore an area of work prior to potential further development elsewhere; and
value high quality outcomes which address the three broad areas of understanding project background & context, exploration & prototyping, and finishing & documentation

The theme for this semester is Physical Computing for everyday life. We will be exploring what designing ubiquitous/pervasive technologies could mean in the context of how people collaborate and interact with each other and the world around them. Studio teams will produce prototypes which will implement to varying degrees the concepts that they research into at the start of the course.

2.2 Learning Objectives

After successfully completing this course you should be able to:

1  demonstrate an ability to develop objectives and strategies in response to a project brief and in response to emerging contemporary issues in the field of multimedia design;
2  demonstrate an ability to reflect on the core values promoted in your work within a framework of ethical and social concerns;
3  understand your design practice within a broad and contemporary design context through identifying, cataloguing, and appropriately citing influential work in the area of the project
4  review relevant background material which influences the form and content of your project and articulate how your project relates to it.
5  write a proposal for a multimedia/interaction design project
6  generate and explore alternative design solutions for the problem context, and provide justification for decisions made based upon sound reasoning
7  reflect critically on your own and others' design practice
8  validate the success of your project against a set of agreed criteria
9  work in a team environment towards shared and individual project goals
10  demonstrate report preparation, justification of design approach and decision- making through final and ongoing project documentation;

2.3. Graduate Attributes

Successfully completing this course will contribute to the recognition of your attainment of the following UQ (Undergrad Pass) graduate attributes:

GRADUATE ATTRIBUTE	LEARNING OBJECTIVES
*A. IN-DEPTH KNOWLEDGE OF THE FIELD OF STUDY*
A1. A comprehensive and well-founded knowledge in the field of study.	1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
A4. An understanding of how other disciplines relate to the field of study.	3, 4
A5. An international perspective on the field of study.	1, 3
*B. EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION*
B1. The ability to collect, analyse and organise information and ideas and to convey those ideas clearly and fluently, in both written and spoken forms.	1, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9
B2. The ability to interact effectively with others in order to work towards a common outcome.	7, 9
B3. The ability to select and use the appropriate level, style and means of communication.	1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
B4. The ability to engage effectively and appropriately with information and communication technologies.	4, 5, 6, 9, 10
*C. INDEPENDENCE AND CREATIVITY*
C1. The ability to work and learn independently.	1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9
C3. The ability to generate ideas and adapt innovatively to changing environments.	5, 6
C4. The ability to identify problems, create solutions, innovate and improve current practices.	3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10
*D. CRITICAL JUDGEMENT*
D1. The ability to define and analyse problems.	4, 5, 6, 7
D2. The ability to apply critical reasoning to issues through independent thought and informed judgement.	1, 3, 4, 6, 7
D3. The ability to evaluate opinions, make decisions and to reflect critically on the justifications for decisions.	4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
*E. ETHICAL AND SOCIAL UNDERSTANDING*
E1. An understanding of social and civic responsibility.	7, 8, 9
E2. An appreciation of the philosophical and social contexts of a discipline.	2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9
E4. A knowledge and respect of ethics and ethical standards in relation to a major area of study.	2, 7, 8
E5. A knowledge of other cultures and times and an appreciation of cultural diversity.	1, 2, 3

Additional Course Information on Graduate Attributes

5. Assessment

5.1 Assessment Summary

This is a summary of the assessment in the course. For detailed information on each assessment, see 5.5 Assessment Detail below.

Assessment Task	Due Date	Weighting	Learning Objectives
Communication Module Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution	26 Feb 08 09:00 - 17 Mar 08 08:00	10% Individual	2, 7, 9
Presentation Physical computing review	26 Feb 08 10:00 - 18 Mar 08 09:00	5% Individual	1, 4, 7
Proposal/mock-up Project proposal & presentation	19 Mar 08 09:00 - 8 Apr 08 09:00	15% Group	1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10
Project Prototype/ Proof of Concept	9 Apr 08 09:00 - 6 May 08 09:00	20% Group	1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
Project Exhibit Finished Product	16 May 08 14:00 - 21 May 08 14:00	30% Group	1, 2, 3, 10
Portfolio Portfolio and Documentation of work	20 May 08 14:00 - 10 Jun 08 09:00	20% Individual	1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10

5.2 Course Grading

Grade 1, Fail: Fails to demonstrate most or all of the basic requirements of the course:

      The minimum percentage required for a grade of 1 is: 1%

Grade 2, Fail: Demonstrates clear deficiencies in understanding and applying fundamental concepts; communicates information or ideas in ways that are frequently incomplete or confusing and give little attention to the conventions of the discipline:

      The minimum percentage required for a grade of 2 is: 20%

Grade 3, Fail: Demonstrates superficial or partial or faulty understanding of the fundamental concepts of the field of study and limited ability to apply these concepts; presents undeveloped or inappropriate or unsupported arguments; communicates information or ideas with lack of clarity and inconsistent adherence to the conventions of the discipline:

      The minimum percentage required for a grade of 3 is: 45%

Grade 4, Pass: Demonstrates adequate understanding and application of the fundamental concepts of the field of study; develops routine arguments or decisions and provides acceptable justification; communicates information and ideas adequately in terms of the conventions of the discipline:

      The minimum percentage required for a grade of 4 is: 50%

Grade 5, Credit: Demonstrates substantial understanding of fundamental concepts of the field of study and ability to apply these concepts in a variety of contexts; develops or adapts convincing arguments and provides coherent justification; communicates information and ideas clearly and fluently in terms of the conventions of the discipline:

      The minimum percentage required for a grade of 5 is: 65%

Grade 6, Distinction: As for 5, with frequent evidence of originality in defining and analysing issues or problems and in creating solutions; uses a level, style and means of communication appropriate to the discipline and the audience:

      The minimum percentage required for a grade of 6 is: 75%

Grade 7, High Distinction: As for 6, with consistent evidence of substantial originality and insight in identifying, generating and communicating competing arguments, perspectives or problem solving approaches; critically evaluates problems, their solutions and implications:

      The minimum percentage required for a grade of 7 is: 85%

Other Requirements & Comments : All students are required to achieve a pass in the Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution module. Any students who do not pass this module will receive a grade no higher than 3 for the course.

5.3 Late Submission

No extensions will be granted except in exceptional personal circumstances (documented medical reason or family emergency). Personal hardware or computer failures are not grounds for extension.

5.4 Other Assessment Information

5.5 Assessment Detail

Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution

Type: Communication Module
Learning Objectives Assessed: 2, 7, 9
Due Date:
         26 Feb 08 09:00 - 17 Mar 08 08:00
Weight: 10%
Individual
Task Description: This project will consist of workshop classes exploring issues related to working in teams, including

    * Effective listening/disclosing
    * Anger management and assertion skills
    * Negotiation and problem-solving

Assessment for this project consists of a skit-based presentation during class-time in week 4 and a written assignment of this presentation in week 4. The written assignment is worth 10%. This rest of this module project will be assessed on a pass/fail basis and students are required to pass this module to pass the course. This project addresses effective communication and team management.
Criteria & Marking: Criteria will be distributed in class in week 1, along with workbook and team rating/audit sheets.
Submission: Submit written assignment to lecturer in class and in electronic format to the ITEE online submission system

Physical computing review

Type: Presentation
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1, 4, 7
Due Date:
26 Feb 08 10:00 - 18 Mar 08 09:00
Weight: 5%
Individual
Task Description: Exploration of online resources on the topic of Physical Computing in order to contribute to a class-wide review of the area and help form initial ideas for projects. Present a short review of one selected site, providing a description of the content, the nature of the site (project dissemination, use of a particular technology, documentation of process, etc.), how it is useful and relevant for students taking this course, and reflection on what you have learned as a result of reviewing the site. Document your review in a posting to your online studio journal (blog) and use this as the visual aid for your presentation.
Criteria & Marking: Further description of task including criteria will be handed out in class and made available via the course web site in week 1.
Submission: Online submission via online studio reflective journal (blog) site. The blog posting is used as visual aid for short presentation to class.

Project proposal & presentation

Type: Proposal/mock-up
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10
Due Date:
19 Mar 08 09:00 - 8 Apr 08 09:00
Weight: 15%
Group
Task Description: The proposed idea/topic for the studio project is presented to the class by the team, accompanied by supporting materials such as the 2-D/3-D sketches developed in studio. A report which documents the proposal is also required.
Criteria & Marking: Proposals will be marked according to the criteria sheet handed out in class.
Submission: Submission of the proposal report via the ITEE online submission system

Prototype/ Proof of Concept

Type: Project
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
Due Date:
9 Apr 08 09:00 - 6 May 08 09:00
Weight: 20%
Group
Task Description: Working prototype of designed interactive environment and Prototype appraisal report on all other teams work due end of week 8
Criteria & Marking:

Quality of content
teamwork: team member engagement and with the larger group
evidence of iterative process
pinup: identification of design exploration and remaining work
demonstration: evidence of research and completeness
flair, originality, creativity (delight)
Effectiveness of plan to describe interaction
Evidence of further structured development to come

Submission: interim crit and electronic submission via the ITEE online submission system

Exhibit Finished Product

Type: Project
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 10
Due Date:
16 May 08 14:00 - 21 May 08 14:00
Weight: 30%
Group
Task Description: A working interactive environment in one of the two prescribed environments on one of the two themes: Locative Media or Smart Sustainable/ Aware Home.
Criteria & Marking: * Consideration and Implementation of Content + Understanding
* Originality + Innovation + Style + Design
* Interface + Interaction Design
* Technical Standard + Professional Finish + Answering Brief
* Teamwork: team member engagement and small and large team integration
* Designs: integrity of the whole work and thoroughness of the implementation
* Expertise: overview, other research, attention to detail and relationships of content
* Flair, originality, creativity, professionalism
* Ability to discuss and iterate the project in relation to the goals of the project
* Quality of content
Submission: interim crit and electronic submission via the ITEE online submission system

Portfolio and Documentation of work

Type: Portfolio
Learning Objectives Assessed: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 10
Due Date:
20 May 08 14:00 - 10 Jun 08 09:00
Weight: 20%
Individual
Task Description: The portfolio will contain examples of your individual work from the projects, with reflective comments on your work process within a design context, as well as a reflection on the field and where your own work fits within that broader context. The portfolio will also contain the finished documentation from the process of making the work and from the finished work exhibited in week 13.
Criteria & Marking: # Evidence of independent learning (self directed inquiry)
# Evidence of ability to work as an individual within a small team and a larger group environment
# Depth and insight (for written reflective comments)
# Ability to reflect on (and the documentation) of the design process undertaken during semester.
# Ability to integrate theories, reading and case study examples into the discussion of the work and on the design process undertaken during semester. Documentation of case study examples and discussions
# Effective use and documentation of the materials covered in skills sessions.
# Documentation of your own research in relation to your project and interest in the contemporary field
# Documentation of project group discussions and feedback.
# Documentation of your own research in relation to your project and interest in the contemporary field
# Documentation and gathering of resources for your project and of the script for choreographing the documentation of the work in action
Submission: interim feedback session if required and electronic submission of final portfolio

6. Policies & Guidelines

This section contains the details of and links to the most relevant policies and course guidelines. For further details on University Policies please visit myAdvisor and the University Handbook of Policies and Procedures.

6.1 Assessment Related Policies and Guidelines

University Policies & Guidelines

An overview of the University’s assessment-related policies can be found on myAdvisor (http://www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/index.html?page=2910).

Academic Integrity
It is the University's task to encourage ethical scholarship and to inform students and staff about the institutional standards of academic behaviour expected of them in learning, teaching and research. Students have a responsibility to maintain the highest standards of academic integrity in their work. Students must not cheat in examinations or other forms of assessment and must ensure they do not plagiarise.

Plagiarism
The University has adopted the following definition of plagiarism:

Plagiarism is the act of misrepresenting as one's own original work the ideas, interpretations, words or creative works of another. These include published and unpublished documents, designs, music, sounds, images, photographs, computer codes and ideas gained through working in a group. These ideas, interpretations, words or works may be found in print and/or electronic media.

Students are encouraged to read the UQ Academic Integrity and Plagiarism policy (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25128) which makes a comprehensive statement about the University's approach to plagiarism, including the approved use of plagiarism detection software, the consequences of plagiarism and the principles associated with preventing plagiarism.

Feedback on Assessment
Feedback is essential to effective learning and students can expect to receive appropriate and timely feedback on all assessment. For a detailed explanation of the feedback you are entitled to, you should consult the policy on Student Access to Feedback on Assessment. (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25114&pid=25075)

As a student you have a responsibility to incorporate feedback into your learning; make use of the assessment criteria that you are given; be aware of the rules, policies and other documents related to assessment; and provide teachers with feedback on their assessment practices.

There are certain steps you can take if you feel your result does not reflect your performance. Please refer to the myAdvisor web site. (http://www.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/index.html?page=2953&pid=2910)

Feedback in this Course

Feedback on work will be given in informal presentations with the lecturer and tutors. Further feedback may be given where appropriate. Examples of successful implementations may be shown in lectures. Weekly feedback on progress of projects will be given by the lecturer and/ or tutors.

It is a student’s responsibility to incorporate feedback into their learning; making use of the assessment criteria that they are given; being aware of the rules, policies and other documents related to assessment; and providing teachers with feedback on their assessment practices.

School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Assessment Guidelines

Misconduct

Further to the statement on academic integrity and plagiarism above, students are required to read and understand the ITEE policy on Student Misconduct (http://www.itee.uq.edu.au/about_ITEE/policies/student-misconduct.html).

Late Arrival or Non-attendance at Examinations

The policy and procedure for late arrival or non-attendance at centrally controlled examinations is set out in the University's Examinations policy (HUPP 3.30.5), sections 8 and 10.2.

The way in which late arrival at a School-controlled examination is dealt with will be at the discretion of the course coordinator, who may be guided by the policy for centrally controlled exams.

In the case that a student requests a special exam for a School-controlled exam, the request will be considered and, if allowed, the timing shall be determined by the course coordinator, in consultation with the School's Chief Examiner where necessary, and in accordance with HUPP 3.30.5. Unless otherwise indicated in the Course Profile, applications must be made in writing to the Head of School no later than one week after the exam. Late applications will not be accepted.

Examination Feedback

In addition to the advice above, students wishing to view examination answer scripts and/or question papers should consult with the School office (Room 217, General Purpose South Building [78], St Lucia; Room 218, Building 1, Ipswich) regarding arrangements. The ITEE policy on exam script viewing is available at http://study.itee.uq.edu.au/current_students/exam_script_viewing.html.

Supplementary Assessment

If you fail this course you may be eligible for supplementary assessment - see the general award rules and/or your program rules for details. You should note that even though you may be eligible for supplementary assessment under these rules, in some circumstances there may be no practical assessment that can be offered to allow you to meet the minimum passing requirements. These circumstances may include failure based on:

group or team based assessment;
attendance or class participation requirements;
laboratory-based assessment, where laboratories can't practically be made available after classes have finished;
project or thesis-based assessment, where a significant period of time would be required to undertake supplementary assessment;
progressive assessment, where subsequent assessment items build on earlier assessment items; or
multiple assessment items, where it is impractical to offer multiple supplementary assessment items.

If the course coordinator determines that there is no practical supplementary assessment that can be offered to allow you to improve your grade, then you will not be offered supplementary assessment and your grade will remain unchanged.

6.2 Other Policies and Guidelines

University Policies and Guidelines

Placement Courses
Students on a placement course – also known as a work placement, internship, industry study, industry experience, clinical practice, clinical placement, practical work, practicum, fieldwork, teaching practice – should refer to the University policy, Placement Courses (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25120&pid=25075) for detailed information.

Working with Children
Students whose studies include a professional/work placement, internship, clinical practice, teaching practice or other similar activity which involves them in regular contact with children should refer to the University policy, Working with Children Check - "blue card" (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25004&pid=24963) to find out how to apply for a ‘blue card’.

Students with a Disability
Any student with a disability who may require alternative academic arrangements, including assessment, in the course/program is encouraged to seek advice at the commencement of the semester from a Disability Adviser at Student Support Services. Refer to the University policy, Students with a Disability (Disability Action Plan) (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25122&pid=25075) and to the policy on Special Arrangements for Examinations for Students with a Disability (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25111&pid=25075

Where an adjustment is made to an accredited program, it is the responsibility of the relevant Faculty to liaise with professional and registration bodies regarding the acceptability of the change/s.

Occupational Health and Safety
Undergraduate Students (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25055&pid=25015) and Postgraduate Students (http://www.uq.edu.au/hupp/index.html?page=25057&pid=25015) should be familiar with the University policies on occupational health and safety in the laboratory.

Other School of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering Guidelines

Ethical Clearance

If your course involves assignment or project work involving human subjects or human-related materials, you must investigate the need for ethical clearance and obtain it when required. Information on ethical clearance can be found at http://www.uq.edu.au/research/orps/index.html?page=5064&pid=5256.

Other Course Guidelines

Discriminatory Language

Discriminatory language of all kinds is to be avoided in assignments. Discriminatory language is that which refers in derogatory terms to gender, race, age, sexual orientation, citizenship or nationality, ethnic or language background, physical or mental ability, or political or religious view, and which stereotypes particular groups in an adverse manner. This is not meant to preclude or inhibit legitimate academic debate on any issue. However, the language used in such debate should be non-discriminatory and sensitive to these matters. The most common form of discriminatory language in academic work tends to be in the area of gender inclusiveness. You are therefore requested to check your work, particularly for gender inclusivity. You may wish to refer to The University of Queensland’s A Guide for the Use of Non-sexist Language or http://www.uq.edu.au/omc/?page=19292&pid=

Learning Summary

Below is a table showing the relationship between the learning objectives for this course and the broader graduate attributes developed, the learning activities used to develop each objective and the assessment task used to assess each objective.

Learning Objectives

After successfully completing this course you should be able to:

Assessment & Learning Activities

	Learning Objectives
	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
Learning Activities
Information and related skill sessions (General Contact)
Assessment Tasks
Effective Communication and Conflict Resolution
Physical computing review
Project proposal & presentation
Prototype/ Proof of Concept
Exhibit Finished Product
Portfolio and Documentation of work

Graduate Attributes

Successfully completing this course will contribute to the recognition of your attainment of the following UQ (Undergrad Pass) graduate attributes:

	Learning Objectives
	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	10
Graduate Attributes
*A IN-DEPTH KNOWLEDGE OF THE FIELD OF STUDY*
A1. A comprehensive and well-founded knowledge in the field of study.
A4. An understanding of how other disciplines relate to the field of study.
A5. An international perspective on the field of study.
*B EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION*
B1. The ability to collect, analyse and organise information and ideas and to convey those ideas clearly and fluently, in both written and spoken forms.
B2. The ability to interact effectively with others in order to work towards a common outcome.
B3. The ability to select and use the appropriate level, style and means of communication.
B4. The ability to engage effectively and appropriately with information and communication technologies.
*C INDEPENDENCE AND CREATIVITY*
C1. The ability to work and learn independently.
C3. The ability to generate ideas and adapt innovatively to changing environments.
C4. The ability to identify problems, create solutions, innovate and improve current practices.
*D CRITICAL JUDGEMENT*
D1. The ability to define and analyse problems.
D2. The ability to apply critical reasoning to issues through independent thought and informed judgement.

IENV3000 - Sem 1 2008 - St Lucia - Internal

1. General Course Information

1.1 Course Details

1.2 Course Introduction

1.3 Course Staff

1.4 Timetable