CSC428H5 • Human-Computer Interaction

Understanding human behaviour as it applies to user interfaces: work activity analysis, observational techniques, questionnaire administration and unobtrusive measures. Operating parameters of the human cognitive system, task analysis and cognitive modelling techniques and their application to designing interfaces. Interface representations and prototyping tools. Cognitive walkthroughs, usability studies and verbal protocol analysis. Case studies of specific user interfaces.

Prerequisites
CSC318H5 and ( STA246H5 or STA256H5) and ( CSC207H5 or proficiency in Java) and (CGPA 3.0 or enrolment in a CSC subject POSt)
Exclusions
CSC428H1
Recommended Preparation
A course in PSY and CSC209H5
Enrolment Limits
Priority is given to students enrolled in Computer Science Specialist, Information Security Specialist, Bioinformatics Specialist or Computer Science Major programs.
Distribution Requirement
Science
Total Instructional Hours
24L/12T
Mode of Delivery
In Class
Program Area
Computer Science