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TDT4180 - Human-Computer Interaction

About

Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Written examination
Grade: Letters

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Written examination 100/100 4 timer

Course content

Introduction to concepts, principles and practice for the design of user interfaces. Topics covered include tast analysis, field study techniques, scenario building, iterative design methods, usability testing, mental models, interface metaphors, gestalt principles for layout design, dialogue- and prototyping techniques. ISO standards for usability (ISO 9241 and ISO 13407). Implementation of window-based GUIs with object-oriented frameworks (Java Swing). Introduction to windowing systems.

Learning outcome

Introduction to important concepts, methods and techniques related to human-computer interaction and design of user interfaces. Knowledge and practical experience with implemetation of user interfaces in object-oriented frameworks.

Learning methods and activities

All students must participate in the compulsory development project - "Fellesprosjektet" - before the final exam. The project is a co-operation between TTM4100, TDT4140, TDT4180 and TDT4145. Students who do not take all these courses must participate in a proejct with a reduced requirements specification. If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may change from written to oral.

Compulsory assignments

  • Exercises

Course materials

Will be given at the start of the course.

Credit reductions

Course code Reduction From To
SIF8040 7.5
Facts

Version: 1
Credits:  7.5 SP
Study level: Intermediate course, level II

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2012

Language of instruction: -

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Subject area(s)
  • Informatics
  • Technological subjects
Contact information
Course coordinator: Lecturer(s):

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Computer Science

Examination

Examination arrangement: Written examination

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Spring ORD Written examination 100/100 2012-05-26 09:00
Room Building Number of candidates
  • * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
Examination

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