Learning Data Communication and Networking using Interactive Mobile Application

• Main Author: Roslan Affandi, Muhammad Hanis
• Format: Final Year Project
• Language: English
• Published: Universiti Teknologi Petronas 2013
• Online Access: http://utpedia.utp.edu.my/13625/1/Hanis_13714_dissertationDraft.pdf; http://utpedia.utp.edu.my/13625/

Mobile learning is an informal learning in the process of obtaining knowledge other than lecture class. Mobile learning application has been developed based on different theories of learning. Data Communication and Networking (DCN) is one of computer networking subject offered in Universiti Teknologi Petronas. DCN subject studies about basic concept of networking from physical layer and all the way up until application layer in the OSI model. This research paper basically discusses the research on the chosen topic, Learning Data Communication and Networking using Mobile Application. Objective of this research paper is to design an application based on mobile learning theory. This paper also discusses on developing an application as a supplement other than lecture and lab session for student in understanding DCN subject. Statement of problem in this paper is that the current teaching method used in teaching DCN subject is not sufficient to make student understand computer networking. There is also lacking of Android application that is tailored to DCN subject in Google Play online store. The scope of study in this project is the contents of DCN as an introductory networking subject and Android has been chosen to become the platform for application development. The main content of application would be quizzes, simulation, tutorial and glossary. Quantitative research method was used to gather data from subject of DCN and results obtained will be used to design the content and interface of the application. User acceptance testing will be conducted to satisfy the interface design.