HUMAN-COMPUTER INTERFACE
CSE5HCI
2020
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
Human-computer Interaction (HCI) refers to the design and use of computer technology, focusing on the interfaces between users and computer systems. The aim of HCI is to develop user-friendly computer systems that are also functional. In this subject, you will be introduced to principles, techniques, and open areas of development in HCI. Main topics include ergonomic aspects, human perception, interface styles, interface design guidelines, usability testing, current commercial offerings, existing and evolving standards.
School: Engineering and Mathematical Sciences (Pre 2022)
Credit points: 15
Subject Co-ordinator: Huawei Tu
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange Students: Yes
Subject year level: Year Level 5 - Masters
Available as Elective: No
Learning Activities: N/A
Capstone subject: No
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites: CSE4OOF OR CSE4IP
Co-requisites: N/A
Incompatible subjects: N/A
Equivalent subjects: N/A
Quota Management Strategy: N/A
Quota-conditions or rules: N/A
Special conditions: N/A
Minimum credit point requirement: N/A
Assumed knowledge: N/A
Learning resources
Human-Computer Interaction: An Empirical Research Perspective
Resource Type: Book
Resource Requirement: Recommended
Author: I. Scott MacKenzie
Year: 2013
Edition/Volume: 1 edition
Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann
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Interaction Design: Beyond Human-Computer Interaction
Resource Type: Book
Resource Requirement: Recommended
Author: Helen Sharp, Jennifer Preece, and Yvonne Rogers
Year: 2019
Edition/Volume: 5th Edition
Publisher: Wiley
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Career Ready
Career-focused: No
Work-based learning: No
Self sourced or Uni sourced: N/A
Entire subject or partial subject: N/A
Total hours/days required: N/A
Location of WBL activity (region): N/A
WBL addtional requirements: N/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2020, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolment: Yes
Maximum enrolment size: N/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinator: Huawei Tu
Class requirements
Computer LaboratoryWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2 hour examination (2,000- words equivalent) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO3, SILO4 |
Programming assignment (equivalent to 2500 words) | N/A | N/A | No | 40 | SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Laboratory work (equivalent to 500 words)Students will be assessed on their ability to use tools, conduct testing and analyse results. | N/A | N/A | No | 10 | SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |