SPECIALISATION IN MOBILE COMPUTING

Mobile phones have emerged as a truly pervasive and affordable Information and Communication Technology (ICT) platform in the last decade. Mobile applications have enabled us to have a world of information at our fingertips, and while it is a constantly evolving field, mobile development is here to stay.

From start-ups to large corporations, all kinds of companies are hiring developers to create engaging mobile apps. At Chitkara University, students will learn the process of building a mobile app from idea to product for various operating systems. Students will also be exposed to valuable industry inputs and insights into the process of creating cutting-edge mobile technology and develop skills to independently analyse, design, develop, deploy, and troubleshoot mobile applications and services.

Students will complement their Computer Science education with an in-depth skillset, including building and programming effective mobile apps, learning the constraints and usability functions of mobile devices, and exploring the current methods to create successful client/ server mobile solutions.

Students will cover both theory & practice required to design & build applications for mobile-based services. The program will focus on developing hands-on skills pertaining to the latest and most popular platforms, e.g. IOS, Android, Windows Mobile, etc. They will be trained not only to use existing mobile platforms but also to build new ones. Projects will also be an integral part of the course and students will:

• Gain foundational understanding of the current field of mobile computing.
• Get hands-on experience with current mobile platforms, which will provide students a strong insight into what it means to develop mobile application software.
• Evaluate the role that mobile systems play in the ever-changing technology field.
• Compare and contrast various technologies involved including encryptions and networking.
• Understand mobile concepts to design and develop innovative applications for mobile devices

Careers

The career options in the Wireless & Mobile Technologies include: