IS 370 - Human-Computer Interaction (3 Credits)

Prerequisite: IS 211
User-friendly design is a key driver of the rapid adoption and continued use of software systems. Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) is an interdisciplinary field that studies the design, evaluation, and implementation of computer user interfaces (UX). HCI integrates cognitive psychology, design, and computer science among other disciplines to better understand the factors that influence technology’s usability and acceptance. This course examines methods (e.g., design thinking), techniques (e.g., user-centered design), and tools used in the design and evaluation of information systems, as well as the human performance that results from good design. Societal impacts of HCI, such as accessibility, are also discussed. Case studies are used to expose students to real-world scenarios. Students produce and present a semester-long project.