Aims and Fit of Module

To introduce the basic principles, techniques, models and applications of social web programming.

Learning outcomes

A	acquire a critical broad understanding of a series of well-defined concepts, models, standards, and technology mechanisms for social network application development.

B	gain expertise in applying different models and mechanisms for the social web development.

C	develop a social web application for a real world application.

Method of teaching and learning

Students will be expected to attend two hours of a formal lecture and two hours for either a tutorial or a lab section in a typical week. Lectures will introduce students to the academic content. Tutorials will be used to expand the students understanding of lecture materials. In addition, students will be expected to devote unsupervised time to private study. Private study will provide time for reflection and consideration of lecture material and background reading.