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Code Module Credits Duration Prerequisite(s)
YEAR 3

--- Complete 1 subject from the elective 3 45 hrs ---
subjects - group A

--- Complete 3 subjects from the selected 9 135 hrs ---
specialisation subjects
COMP311 Multimedia Application Development 3 45 hrs ---
The course introduces the different elements and the key perspectives in digital
multimedia processing to students. It includes the basic concepts and the fundamental
theories of text, sound, image, video, etc. It also discusses the development of practical
tools in processing these multimedia elements. The course equips the students with the
necessary background in understanding, planning, developing and deploying multimedia
applications.
COMP312 Internet Programming II 3 45 hrs COMP113
Recent advances in Web standards and their wide support by mainstream browsers have

enabled development of sophisticated Web applications that are accessible on desktop
and mobile devices. This course examines important concepts and technologies required
to develop state-of-the-art Web applications. Topics include the architecture and protocol
of the Web, the JavaScript language, development of interactive user interfaces and
scalable backend of Web applications, and the design and implementation of Web APIs.
COMP313 Project Management 3 45 hrs ---
The objective of this course is to study the concepts and issues related with management
of information technology projects. Topics include introduction to projects and their
management, project planning and development processes, project selection methods,
work breakdown structures, network diagrams & critical path analysis, resource estimation,
and project control, project organization structures, motivation theory and team building.
COMP314 Human Factors and User Interfaces 3 45 hrs ---
This course applies the basic principles of human-computer interaction to the design of
computer interfaces. It also looks at the analysis of interface design and system integration
problems. Comparison of standard graphical user interfaces (GUI) and the application of
guidelines for windows, menus, and other dialogue techniques is dealt with. Students will
evaluate the usability of the program interfaces and compare interface design
methodologies.
COMP321 Information System Implementation 3 45 hrs COMP112,
COMP211
This course aims to develop students’ abilities to apply their information systems
development skills and to work in a group to develop an application project and produce
written reports. The students should focus on demonstrating sound skills in integrating
systems analysis, systems design, problem solving, implementation and testing to complete
the process of information system implementation. The course also prepares the students
for taking the Final Year Project.

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