COMM 6400 - Advanced Human-Computer Interaction Design

(crosslisted)
(also INFO 6400)

Spring. 3 credits.

Permission of instructor or graduate standing is required.

D. Cosley, G. Gay, and staff.

Focuses on the design of computer interfaces and software from the user’s point of view. The goal is to teach user interface designs that “serve human needs” while building feelings of competence, confidence, and satisfaction. Topics include formal models of people and interactions, collaborative design issues, psychological and philosophical design considerations, and cultural and social issues.