Semantic Web
2009-2010 - IMT4931 - 5 ECTS

On the basis of

IMT4501 XML and Web Technologies

Expected learning outcomes

After successful completion, the students will be capable of:

Explaining and discussing the semantic web principles and semantic web standards
Discussing alternative formats for representing metadata
The application, creation and evaluation of ontologies
Applying and evaluating semantic web concepts and techniques in web service composition

Topic(s)

Semantic web basics
Semantic web contents
Metadata frameworks
Ontology languages, authoring and management
Applications of metadata and ontologies
Semantic web services
Semantic web standards

Teaching Methods

Lectures
Net Support Learning
Project work

Teaching Methods (additional text)

The course will be offered both as an ordinary campus course and as a course that is offered in a flexible way to off-campus students. Lecture notes, e-lectures and other types of e-learning material will be offered through an LMS. Communication between the teachers and the students, and among the students, will be facilitated by the LMS.

Form(s) of Assessment

Written exam, 4 hours
Evaluation of Project(s)

Form(s) of Assessment (additional text)

Exam counts 60%
Project counts 40%
Both parts must be passed individually.

Grading Scale

Alphabetical Scale, A(best) – F (fail)

External/internal examiner

Internal and external examinors evaluate the exam. Internal examiner evaluates the project.

Re-sit examination

Ordinary re-sit for the written exam.

Examination support

English dictionary.

Coursework Requirements

An intermediate, mid-term report must be handed in and be approved to be able to pass the course.

Teaching Materials

Textbook:

The Semantic Web: Semantics for Data and Services on the Web
by Vipul Kashyap (Author), Christoph Bussler (Author), Matthew Moran (Author)

Publisher: Springer; 1 edition (September 25, 2008)
ISBN-13: 978-3540764519

Other:

Note handouts and research papers