ICS 424: Application Frameworks

Description: Experience producing applications with at least two different applications frameworks.

Objectives

• Students have experience with at least two application frameworks (Microsoft Foundation Classes and OpenGL).
• Students can write technical reports on a variety of topics related to application framework design and implementation.

Course Learning Outcomes: See objectives.

Program Learning Outcomes

• a. Students can apply knowledge of computing and mathematics appropriate to the discipline
• b. Students can analyze a problem, and identify and define the computing requirements appropriate to its solution
• c. Students can design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based system, process, component, or program to meet desired needs
• e. Students have an understanding of professional, ethical, legal, security and social issues and responsibilities
• f. Students can communicate effectively with a range of audiences
• i. Students can use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for computing practice
• m. An understanding of best practices and standards and their application. [BA IT only]

Prerequisites: 212, 311, and 313; or consent.

Textbook(s): Course notes

Grading: 7 technical papers (50%) 7 programming assignments (50%)

Schedule: This class is organized into 8 two week modules. In each of the first 7 modules, students are required to write one program using an application framework (either Microsoft MFC or OpenGL) and write one technical report (from a supplied reading list).

In the final two weeks, the class works together to develop a summary of lessons learned.