Study Guide

Objective

By the end of this course, students can:

understand the role of no-code and low-code tools in design processes.
design basic solutions in NCLC platforms.
collaborate in teams on an NCLC project.
consider NCLC implementation constraints and opportunities.
evaluate their NCLC-implemented projects.
reflect on the entire process.

Content

This course delves into the "Implement" and "Operate" stages of the CDIO framework using low-code/no-code tools. The students will complete a NCLC project including the following steps:
*Introduction to Software Development and No-Code/Low-Code Platforms
*Implementation with No-Code/Low-Code Platform
*Testing, Feedback, and Iteration

Materials

Material provided by the teacher and shared in learning environment (ITS).

Teaching methods

This course consists of:
- lectures: theoretical background and demonstrating the use of various low code/ no-code frameworks and environments that can be used for example in software / game / web development.
- practice sessions: practicing the use of LCNC tools introduced in lecture
- group work: students will complete a LCNC project where they use the tools and skills learned in lectures and practice

Exam schedules

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International connections

In the course, skills are learned through exercises and practical project work.

Only electronic materials are used in the implementation.

Completion alternatives

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Student workload

The student completes tasks related to the course, with an estimated workload:
- Theory lessons: 8 x 2h = 16h
- Practical lessons: 10 x 2h = 20h
- Group work: 2 x 2h = 4h
- Final event: 4h
- Other independent/group work: approximately 90h
TOTAL: approximately 135h

Content scheduling

This course delves into the "Implement" and "Operate" stages of the CDIO framework using Low-Code/No Code (LCNC) tools. The students will complete a LCNC project including the following steps:
- Introduction to Software Development and LCNC Platforms
- Implementation with LCNC Platform
- Testing, Feedback, and Iteration

The course is implemented during weeks 39 - 50 as follows:
- Theory, weeks 39 - 47: 2h contact session for 8 weeks
- Practice, weeks 39 - 49: 2h contact session with your own tutor
- Group work, weeks 48-49: 2h independent working
- Final event, week 50

Further information

Available in ITS.

Evaluation scale

H-5

Assessment methods and criteria

The course is assessed by
1. Active participation
2. Timely submission of practice tasks
3. The final LCNC project outcome

See details in Finnish.