Module Details

Module Code: ZCOM C1203
Module Title: Human Computer Interaction
Title: Human Computer Interaction
Module Level:: 6
Credits:: 5
Module Coordinator: Nigel Whyte
Module Author:: Ken Power
Domains:  
Module Description: To provide the student with a solid foundation in the area of Human Computer Interaction so that they can go on to develop their knowledge and skills in the area with the related modules that follow.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Understand the history of human computer interaction and be aware of the technology and current trends in user interaction
LO2 Justify the vital role played by interfaces in the usability and accessibility of all products and understand the human factors that must be taken into account when designing computer interfaces
LO3 Understand needs of diverse users and evaluate and improve the accessibility of a existing user interfaces
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Additional Requisite Information
No Co Requisites listed
 
Indicative Content
The role and importance of the Computer Interface
This topic will stress the vital role played by the interface. History and current trends
Human factors to be considered
The senses; Memory; Models of cognition Ergonomics; Channels of human communication (text, voice, gesture etc)
Accessibility, Diversity and Inclusive Design:
Assistive technologies, best practices and regulations
Interaction methodologies and technologies
A review of interaction styles, input/output technologies, hardware strengths and limitations
Usability
Usability heuristics, principles and standards
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment30.00%
Project30.00%
Practical40.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 15
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 1,2
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Assess knowledge and understanding of the role of human factors in interaction design
Assessment Type Examination % of Total Mark 15
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Assess knowledge and understanding of trends, usability and accessibility in interaction design
Project
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 30
Timing n/a Learning Outcomes 2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
Evaluate the usability and accessibility of a well known website, identify changes to improve the website with respect to usability and accessibility. A report on findings will be produced in addition to a formal presentation
Practical
Assessment Type Practical/Skills Evaluation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Every Week Learning Outcomes 1,2,3
Non-marked No
Assessment Description
A series of lab sessions supported by worksheets to examine and understand the role of human factors in new and existing interfaces.
No End of Module Formal Examination
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.

SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Category Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Lectures will cover all learning outcomes 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Laboratory Contact Continuous assessment research and reporting 12 Weeks per Stage 2.00 24
Independent Learning Non Contact Review of teaching material, readings, research project work 15 Weeks per Stage 5.13 77
Total Weekly Contact Hours 4.00
 
Module Resources
Supplementary Book Resources
  • [Helen Sharp, Jennifer Preece, Yvonne Rogers]. (2015), Interaction design, 4. New York; Wiley, [ISBN: 9781119020752].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
Discussion Note: TEST