IST 44000 - Introduction To Human-Computer Interaction

This course provides an introduction to the field of human-computer interaction (HCI) an interdisciplinary field that integrates cognitive psychology, design, computer science and others. Examining the human factors associated with information systems provide the students with knowledge to understand the factors that influence usability and acceptance of interactive systems. This course will examine human performance, components of technology, methods and techniques used in design and evaluation of interactive systems. Societal impacts of HCI such as accessibility, user-centered design methods, and contemporary technologies will be discussed.

Preparation for Course
P: IST 20300 (or equivalent).

Cr. 3.
Student Learning Outcomes
1.   Learn to design, implement and evaluate effective computer interfaces.
2.   Learn the concepts of user differences, user experience and collaboration as well as how to design contextually.
3.   Learn the basic cognitive psychology issues involved in HCI.
4.   Learn the different devices used for input and output and the issues / opportunities associated with these devices.
5.   Learn how to interact with the software design process in order to create computer interfaces.
6.   Learn the role of theory and frameworks in HCI.
7.   Learn a number of design techniques.
8.   Learn the contemporary techniques to evaluate computer interfaces.