CIT 32500
Human-Computer Interaction
Course Instructional Objectives
Human-Computer Interaction
Course Instructional Objectives
Introduction to Human Aspects of Interaction
- Define the major issues of human perception, memory, and psychology and the impact they have on interaction
- Explain the importance of a user-centered approach to design
- Explain the differences that arise between different kinds of users and the effect this has on HCI
Requirements Specification and Task Analysis
- Learn how to write and administer effective user and stakeholder questionnaires and interviews
- Administer a user questionnaire and analyze and summarize the results
- Define the primary functions of a proposed interface based on user feedback
- Learn about field observation techniques
Introduction to Human Aspects of Interaction
- Define the different input and output technologies used in HCI
- Explain the benefits and drawbacks of each interaction technology and technique
Exploration of HCI Topics
- Research a topic relevant to HCI
- Write a report and give an oral presentation summarizing research results
Interface Evaluation Techniques
- Learn and apply common usability heuristics to the evaluation of existing interfaces
- Develop and communicate a recommendation for an interface redesign based on heuristic analysis
- Learn and apply usability testing techniques, including observation, to the evaluation of an interface
Class project
- Define team and individual roles and goals
- Learn and apply conflict management techniques
- Coordinate interfacing of individual project components
- Present Final class project to entire class
