1. Human Computer Interactionand Interface Design Course Code: IIT 405 Paul Tate

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3. Summary of Course Content • Unit 1: Introduction to Human Computer Interaction and Interface Design • Unit 2: Psychology and Human Computer Interaction • Unit 3: Interacting with Computers • Unit 4: Designing User Interfaces

4. Course Content • Unit 1: Introduction to Human Computer Interaction and Interface Design [3 hrs] • Designing usable computer interfaces • Developing usable interfaces • Unit 2: Psychology and Human Computer Interaction [9 hrs] • Vision • Cognitive Processes • Motor Control • Unit 3: Interacting with Computers [12 hrs] • Command Language • Menus • Forms • Graphical User Interfaces (GUI) • Interaction Devices • Natural Languages • Unit 4: Designing User Interfaces [18 hrs] • The Design Process • Evaluating Designs

5. Student Assessment • Mid-semester Exam – 10% • Short answer, essay questions, case studies • Course Work – 30% • Individual projects, team projects, class presentations • Final Exam – 60% • Short answer, essay questions, case studies

6. Course Title: Human Computer Interaction and Interface Design Course Code: ITT 405 Year Offered: 4 Total Hours: 45 Pre-requisites: Introduction to Psychology (PSY 100) & Software Engineering (ITT 400) Rationale Students of Information Technology need to have an understanding of human computer interaction issues and to develop capabilities in the critical application of these theories. They should also have knowledge of new design methods and techniques in human computer interaction and interface design. Course Description This course examines the interaction between humans and computers and explores the design of computer interfaces that are based on the abilities, limitations, and goals of the users. Students will be introduced to the principles underlying the interaction of humans with computers and the design of computer interfaces by reviewing the theories and current research in the area.

7. General Objectives At the end of this course students should be able to: • Understand the concept of usability and how it relates to computer interface design • Understand the psychological processes underlying computer interface design • Appreciate the key aspects of graphical user interfaces and how they are related to the abilities of the user • Appreciate how culture and experience influence the usability of computer products • Understand how the design of user interfaces fits in with the overall product design process

8. Bibliography Required Text Dix, A. et al. Human Computer Interaction, Prentice Hall, 3rd edition, 2003, ISBN:0130461091 Recommended Reading B. Schneiderman, C. Plaisant, Designing the User Interface: Strategies for Effective Human-Computer Interaction, Addison Wesley, 4th edition, 2004, ISBN: 0321197860 Preece, J. et al. Interaction Design: Beyond Human-Computer Interaction, Wiley, John & Sons Incorporated, 2002, ISBN:0471492787 Redmond-Pyle, D. & Moore, A. Graphical User Interface Design and Evaluation, Prentice Hall 1995 Laurel, B: The Art of Human-Computer Interface Design, Addison-Wesley 1990