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Overview

Human-computer Interaction (HCI) refers to the design and use of computer technology, focusing on the interfaces between users and computer systems. The goal of HCI is to create user-friendly computer systems that are also functional. In this subject, students will be introduced to principles, techniques, and open areas of development … For more content click the Read more button below.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

Subject coordinator

Huawei Tu

Subject type

Postgraduate

Year level

Year Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG

AQF level

Level 8 - Graduate Diploma

Available as elective

No

Available to study abroad / exchange students

Yes

Capstone subject

No

Academic progress review - Schedule A subject

No

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Learning resources

Career ready

Work based learning (placement):No

Graduate capabilities

COMMUNICATION - Digital Capability
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Creativity and Innovation
INQUIRY AND ANALYSIS - Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL - Adaptability and Self-Management

Subject intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:
1.
Justify the principles of HCI and their importance
2.
Apply the user-centered design framework to HCI design.
3.
Design quantitative and qualitative tests to evaluate a given interface.
4.
Evaluate and compare interfaces with respect to their usability and other desirable properties.

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Requisites