Academic Catalog

CNG2542 HUMAN COMPUTER INTERACTION

Course Code: 3552542
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): 3(3-0)
ECTS Credit: 8.0
Department: Computer Engineering
Language of Instruction: English
Level of Study: Masters
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Offered Semester: Fall or Spring Semesters.

Course Content

The primary objectives of this course are to expose students to the methods and principles of human factors, human-computer interaction (HCI), user-centered design (UCD), and usability evaluation. Upon completion of this course the students will:

gain an understanding of human-computer interaction theory and research,
recognize the impact of system design on users’ attitudes and behaviors,
become familiar with user-centered design and evaluation processes,
and be able to employ user-centered design processes in designing and building interactive systems.