Tangible Interfaces and Physical Computing Field of study: Music in Multimedia
Programme code: W6-S2MLA25.2025

Module name: Tangible Interfaces and Physical Computing
Module code: W6-DigiCrea-MM-TI
Programme code: W6-S2MLA25.2025
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: English
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 5
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The module "Tangible Interfaces and Physical Computing" within the Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters "Digital Creativity Art & Science" offers students the opportunity to explore the design and creation of interactive systems that bridge the digital and physical worlds. The course is based on workshops introducing participants to the fundamentals of physical user interfaces, such as sensors, actuators, and technologies enabling interaction with the environment. Students will get familiar with prototyping tools that allow physical objects to be controlled using digital technologies. The classes provide hands-on experience in physical computing, encouraging experimentation with new forms of interaction. The course aims to develop skills in working with modern technologies, including microcontrollers, and explore creative applications of physical interfaces in the context of digital art. Participants will have the opportunity to work in groups on projects that combine theory and practice. These workshops are planned for 42 academic hours, and students will earn 5 ECTS credits.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
The student understands the principles of operation of touch interfaces and physical technologies used in interactive systems. [S2-TI_1]
 W6-MM-S2-W02 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-W04 [1/5]
The student can design and build prototypes of physical interfaces using microcontrollers and other digital tools. [S2-TI_2]
 W6-MM-S2-U03 [2/5] W6-MM-S2-U04 [4/5]
The student can integrate sensors and actuators into interactive systems, enabling interaction with the physical environment. [S2-TI_3]
 W6-MM-S2-U03 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-U04 [4/5]
The student can conduct experiments in physical computing and analyze results obtained from prototypes. [S2-TI_4]
 W6-MM-S2-U02 [2/5] W6-MM-S2-U04 [4/5]
The student can work effectively in a team, collaborating on projects combining theory and practice. [S2-TI_5]
 W6-MM-S2-K02 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-K03 [3/5] W6-MM-S2-K06 [5/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
workshop [Wr_TI] 42 Activating methods: a case study [b07] 
Activating method – peer learning [b08] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam S2-TI_1 S2-TI_2 S2-TI_3 S2-TI_4 S2-TI_5
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
Undertaking, on one’s own initiative and individually, activities aimed at expanding the scope or depth of the teaching content, also beyond the walls of the University [e01] Activities complementary to the classes
a set of activities undertaken independently and on the student's own initiative, aimed at expanding the depth and scope of knowledge and skills, their revision and repetition, retention or verification, also activities carried outside the university, e.g., in a culture promoting or educational institution, a laboratory, in the open air, etc.; also self-education
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Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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