CSC-10027: Human Computer Interaction

School of Computing and Mathematics

CSC-10027

Human Computer Interaction

Co-ordinator:

Miss Nicola Holland

Teaching Team:

Level:

Credits:

Study Hours:

150

School Office:

Tel: 01782 733075

Programme/Approved Electives for

None

Available as a Free Standing Elective

Yes

Prerequisites

Precursor of Fundamentals of Computing or equivalent experience.

Barred Combinations

None

Description

This module will explore the human-computer interface and introduce concepts, techniques and tools that support the analysis of needs for, and design of, system interfaces. The main focus will be on web interfaces.

Aims

To enable students to understand the underlying concepts and principles of designing interfaces for software and web applications based on user centred design methodologies.

Intended Learning Outcomes

understand the underlying concepts of user interface engineering and user centred design and evaluation methodologies.
Will be achieved by assessments: 01 AND 02

Plan, design, create and assess interfaces that adhere to HCI guidelines and user requirements.
Will be achieved by assessments: 01 AND 02

Understand the importance of compliance with legal and ethical standards, recognise the issues that arise during user interface engineering and how to address those issues.
Will be achieved by assessments: 01 AND 02

Study hours

Lectures: 24
Tutorials/Practicals: 12
Self Study/Preparation:114

Description of Module Assessment

01: Portfolio weighted 50%

Portfolio of work undertaken in practical/tutorial sessions.
Evaluation and design of web/software interface(s) based on user centred design principles.

02: 2 Hour Unseen Exam weighted 50%

2-hour exam.

Version: (1.04S) Created: 04/Jun/2010

This document is the definitive current source of information about this module and supersedes any other information.