Module 22133 (2012)

Module Description - Human Computer Interaction

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Module TitleHuman Computer Interaction
SchoolComputer Science
Module Code06-22133
DescriptorCOMP/06-22133/LH
Member of StaffRussell Beale
LevelH
Credits10
Semester1
Pre-requisitesNone
Co-requisitesNone
RestrictionsMay not be taken by anyone who has taken or is taking 06-21253 (Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction) or 06-25020 (Advanced Human Computer Interaction).
Contact hours30
Delivery2 hr lecture, 1hr tutorial/practical a week
Description
Outcomes
On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to:Assessed by:
Explain and discuss the key capabilities and limitations in human cognitive performance and relate this to the design of HCI systems Examination
Demonstrate an understanding of the use of cognitive modelling techniques in HCI Examination
Select appropriate HCI Design Methodologies and apply them in the solution of real world design problems Coursework, examination
Select appropriate methodologies for the evaluation of HCI systems. Implement these methodologies on real systems and analyse and discuss the results produced Coursework
Demonstrate an understanding of the scope and importance of HCI systems across a range of application domains Examination
AssessmentSessional: 1.5 hr examination (80%), coursework (20%)
Supplementary (where allowed): Examination (80%) with the coursework mark carried forward (20%)
TextsF. T. Durso, R. S. Nickerson , S. T. Dumais, S. Lewandowsky, T. J. Perfect , Handbook of Applied Cognition , 2007
A. Dix, J. Finlay, G. Abowd, R. Beale , Human-Computer Interaction , 2004