Computer-Human Interaction Syllabus

Computer-Human Interaction Syllabus

Course Title: Computer-Human Interaction (CHI) Syllabus

Level: Beginner/Intermediate 

Duration: 12-16 weeks

Course Objectives:

  1. Understand the principles and methods of human-computer interaction.
  2. Design user-friendly interfaces and experiences.
  3. Evaluate usability and accessibility of software and systems.
  4. Explore emerging trends in human-computer interaction.

Week-by-Week Syllabus

Week 1: Introduction to CHI

  • History and importance of CHI
  • Key concepts: usability, accessibility, and user experience (UX)
  • Case studies of successful and failed CHI designs

Week 2: Human Capabilities

  • Cognitive psychology for interaction design
  • Human sensory and motor systems
  • Human perception and memory

Week 3: Principles of Interaction Design

  • Design heuristics (e.g., Nielsen’s usability heuristics)
  • Affordances, constraints, and feedback
  • Models of human-computer interaction

Week 4: Prototyping and Wireframing

  • Tools for UI/UX design (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD)
  • Low-fidelity vs. high-fidelity prototypes
  • Conducting design sprints

Week 5: User Research Methods

  • User interviews and focus groups
  • Personas and journey mapping
  • Data collection and analysis

Week 6: Usability Testing

  • Techniques for usability evaluation
  • Quantitative and qualitative metrics
  • Iterative design and improvement

Week 7: Accessibility and Inclusive Design

  • Designing for people with disabilities
  • WCAG guidelines and tools
  • Cultural and linguistic considerations

Week 8: Visual Design and Interaction

  • Principles of visual hierarchy and typography
  • Color theory in user interfaces
  • Animations and transitions for engagement

Week 9: Emerging Technologies

  • Voice user interfaces (VUIs)
  • Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR)
  • Wearable devices and Internet of Things (IoT)

Week 10: Advanced Topics

  • Artificial intelligence in HCI
  • Ethics of design and data privacy
  • Sustainable interaction design

Week 11: Team Project: Design Challenge

  • Students collaborate to design an interactive system
  • Deliverables: prototype, user testing results, and presentation

Week 12: Course Wrap-Up

  • Discussion of current research and future trends in CHI
  • Final exam or project presentations

Assessment

  1. Participation: 10%
  2. Weekly assignments: 30%
  3. Midterm project: 20%
  4. Final project: 30%
  5. Quizzes and exams: 10%

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