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Computing and Data Science Advanced Technology and Computing

Android Application Development

Course Code
IMAT9010
Application Code
2185-1446NW
Study mode
Part-time
Start Date
23 May 2024 (Thu)
Duration
5 weeks
Language
Cantonese
Deadline on 25 Apr 2024 (Thu)
Enquiries
2587 3228
2571 8480
How to Apply

Highlights

This course is designed for programmers with a basic Java background to extend their programming skill, in developing mobile applications running on Android. It aims to develop familiarity with the Android development environment, namely Eclipse and Android SDK

 

Programme Details

Background

Android is an up-rising star in the mobile world, the sales volume of Android mobile handset has surpassed other smart phones in the recent months.  As Android is an open platform, which supports many major mobile handset manufacturers and telecom operators around the world, there is a need to develop Android applications for the different mobile devices.

Objectives

This course is designed for programmers with basic Java background to extend their programming skill, in developing mobile application running on Android.  It aims to familiarize students with the Android development environment, namely Eclipse, and Android SDK.  Each session covers different core Android features and functionalities.  Through the step-by-step practical work, students will be able to apply programming skills in their own application development.

 

 Topics include:

 

 Session 1                                                          2 hours

  • Introduction to Android
  • Introduction to Eclipse and Android SDK
  • HelloWorld: Your first Android app
  • SDK emulator, runtime configuration, AVD (Android Virtual Devices)       

Session 2                                                          2 hours

  • Android GUI architecture
  • MVC (Model-View-Controller)
  • Assembling a GUI and implement Controller
  • Using Alternate Resources (app configuration files & alternative languages file)
  • Adding a menu

Session 3                                                          2hours

  • Android app Life Cycle
  • Intent: Inter process communication
  • Notification
  • Log

Session 4                                                          2hours

  • Advanced user interface components
  • SQLite

Session 5                                                          2 hours

  • Advanced user interface components
  • SQLite
  • Networking
  • Location and Sensing
  • MapView and MapActivity
  • Publishing in the Android market
Application Code 2185-1446NW -

Days / Time
  • Thursday, 8:00pm - 10:00pm.
Duration
  • 5 workshops, 10 hours
Venue

Fee

Course Fee
  • HK$1,600

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Payment Method
1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay

Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.

2. Cheque Or Bank draft

Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and the applicant’s name.. You may either:

  • bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
  • or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying  “Course Application” on the envelope.  HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard

Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.

4. Online Payment

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Notes

  • If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolement Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circustance.
  • Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque or PPS (for online payment only) will normally be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will normally be reimbursed to the payment cardholder's credit card account.
  • In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
  • Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
  • Receipts will be issued for fees paid but HKU SPACE will not be repsonsible for any loss of receipt sent by mail.
  • For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to "HKU SPACE" to any of our enrolment centres.