Module Details

Module Code: COMP6011
Title: Interactive Scripting
Long Title: Interactive Scripting
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2017/18 ( September 2017 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 4811 - Computer Science
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces the student to fundamental scripting concepts and gives them a foundation for developing interactive multimedia.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Apply basic scripting concepts.
LO2 Identify and manipulate scriptable components.
LO3 Use objects in their scripts.
LO4 Add event-based interactivity to scriptable media.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
11758 COMP6011 Interactive Scripting
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Scripting/Programming
Number, string and Boolean data types Variables, expressions, operators, commands.functions, conditionals, loops
Object-Based Programming
Identify, use and control objects, references, properties, methods. Document object model.
Event-Based programming
Events, triggering events, event handlers.
Case Studies
Common standards-based scripting examples.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 15
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Lab based learning reflection on Project skills
Assessment Type Multiple Choice Questions % of Total Mark 30
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Theory exam on scripting concepts
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 55
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
Create interactive webpages
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Labs will include occasional lectures/demonstrations Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Study Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lab Contact Labs will include occasional lectures/demonstrations Every Week 4.00 4
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent Learning Every Week 3.00 3
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Jon Duckett. (2014), JavaScript & JQuery: Interactive Front-end Web Development, John Wiley & Sons, [ISBN: 978-111853164].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Shelley Powers. (2008), Learning JavaScript, O'Reilly, [ISBN: 0596527462].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_HMMED_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Digital Media 3 Mandatory