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:
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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 Assessment
30.00%
Project
30.00%
Practical
40.00%
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