Cognitive Science 0115 - Human-Computer Interaction

This course will provide an introduction to human-computer interaction (HCI). The topics covered will include: HCI history; discussion of human capabilities and limitations (perceptual, cognitive, physical), human error, and human emotions, and their relevance for HCI; generic principles of design and the principles guiding user interface and interaction design; design of WIMP (windows, icons, menus, pointing) and direct-manipulation user interfaces; approaches to prototyping (storyboarding, paper prototyping, and low- and high-fidelity user interface prototyping); usability evaluation; affective HCI and current trends; and ethical considerations for HCI design. The course emphasizes group projects and students will be required to work in teams. No prerequisites.

Mind, Brain, and Information Independent Work Quantitative Skills In this course, students are expected to spend at least six to eight hours a week of preparation and work outside of class time.