About the course

The course provides an introduction to the design and prototype development of IoT systems to promote good user experience and design.

It includes tools and processes for conceptualization, prototyping, as well as testing the experiences of different user groups, to validate the relevance and design choices of IoT systems.

This course is offered as part of a programme:

Computer Science: Internet of Things, Master’s Programme (Two-Year)

Course content

Syllabus autumn 2023

Earlier syllabuses

Entry requirements and selection

Entry requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Engineering (at least 180 credits) or a bachelor’s degree in computer science or related fields such as computer engineering, computer and information science, software engineering, informatics, telecommunications or electrical engineering.
  • At least 15 credits in programming.
  • Equivalent of English 6 in secondary school

Selection

University credits completed 100%

Course literature

  • Garrett, Jesse James (2010). The Elements of User Experience, New Riders Press, 2nd ed.
  • Rowland, Claire, Goodman, Elizabeth, Charlier, Martin, Light, Ann, Lui, Alfred (2015). Designing Connected Products: UX for the Consumer Internet of Things. O'Reilly Media, 1st ed

Reference literature:

  • Johnson, Jejf (2020). Designing with the Mind in Mind: Simple Guide to Understanding User Interface Design Guidelines, Morgan Kaufmann, 3rd ed.
  • Morville, Peter, Rosenfeld, Louis, Arango, Jorge (2015). Information Architecture For The Web and Beyond. O'Reilly Media, 4th ed.

Course evaluation

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Contact

For more information about the education:

tsstudent@mau.se

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Faculty of Technology and Society

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