Human Computer Interaction and Usability

The Human Computer Interaction and Usability Course teaches students the concepts and strategies needed to create successful interfaces and implementations for the web industry. In this course, students examine
usability patterns combined with the concepts of human-computer interaction (HCI) to address the creation of logical, intuitive, and clear system designs and interfaces. Students use industry-standard design applications to prototype user interface (UI) designs while adhering to usability guidelines. This course explores functional interface theory and design principles relating from usability, visualization, and functionality constructs.

Course Outline

• HCI and System Design
• Usability, Visualization, and Functionality Concepts
• Screen Design and Layout
• Creating Interface Graphics
• Accessibility