Include a brief summary of the course topics and requirements, the general format of the course, and the methods of evaluation.


== Skills and knowledge students should have prior to beginning the course: ==


  * Same as those for entry into our BComp and SENG programs.


== Course Topics: ==

  - A general history of design.
  - The brief life of software design.
  - The process of design.
  - Design and programming.
  - Design reviews.
  - Software design methodologies.
  - Evaluating the quality of design.
  - Software tools.
  - Communications practices for the designer.
  - Problem solving.
  - Group dynamics.
  - Ethical implications of software.
  - Intuitive paper prototyping.
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== Course Format: ==

  * Lecture format:Lectures in class, with reinforcement in formal pre-prepared labs.
  * Online materials location and format:
  * Lab or tutorial format and expectations:


== Method of evaluation: ==

  * Number of Assignments: 4
  * Number of Graded Labs: 4
  * Formal Midterm 1
  * Final Exam yes