Leader: Julie Fisher

Offered

Caulfield First semester 2008 (Evening)
Clayton First semester 2008 (Day)

Synopsis

Provides detailed understanding of user interface design principles and practices for computer-based systems. The principles, guidelines and standards for incorporating human factors in computer interface design are explored. The unit examines issues in interface design from various perspectives and how to manage this during systems development. It explores contemporary issues including: background and underpinning theories, guidelines and standards, design processes and implementation in practice, user interface evaluation methods, interface styles and componential design. The application of HCI design in other environments such as virtual reality and mobile devices will be covered.

Objectives

The unit introduces students to the theories and principles behind interface design from the perspective of human computer interaction. At the completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Understand from a management as well as technology perspective how the theories, guidelines and standards can be incorporated into the design of user interfaces;
2. Apply these principles in practice;
3. Develop and conduct a usability evaluation;
4. understand the difference design considerations for deciding for the Web and mobile devices.

Assessment

Active participation, including hosted online discussions and attendance in tutorials: 15%; Assignment 1: 20%; Assignment 2: 25%; Exam: 40%

Contact hours

3 x contact hrs/week

Prerequisites

FIT9003 and FIT9004 or IMS9001 and IMS9003 and CSE9000 or BUS9520