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TDT4180 - Human–Computer Interaction

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Examination arrangement

Examination arrangement: Group report
Grade: Passed / Not Passed

Evaluation Weighting Duration Grade deviation Examination aids
Group report 100/100

Course content

Introduction to concepts, principles and practice for the design of user interfaces with high usability. Topics covered include tast analysis, interviewing techniques, scenario building, personas, iterative design methods, usability testing, mental and conceptual models, interface metaphors, gestalt principles for layout design, dialogue- and prototyping techniques. ISO standards for usability and user-centred design (ISO 9241-11 and ISO 9241-210).

Learning outcome

Knowledge: Introduction to important concepts, methods and techniques related to human-computer interaction and design of user interfaces. Skills: The student learns to master methods, techniques and tools for design of user interfaces with high usability. General competence: Experience with usability testing and prototyping.

Learning methods and activities

Lectures, exercises in groups and individual study time. Each group hands in a written report at the end of the term that builds on group deliverables during the course. The group grading is based on the written report.

Compulsory assignments

  • Assignments

Further on evaluation

Individual grades can be given in special cases. Retake implies that new assignments need to be completed and a new report delivered.

Required previous knowledge

No prior knowledge required.

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: Foundation courses, level I

Coursework

Term no.: 1
Teaching semester:  SPRING 2024

Language of instruction: Norwegian

Location: Trondheim

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

Department with academic responsibility
Department of Computer Science

Examination

Examination arrangement: Group report

Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
Spring ORD Group report 100/100

Submission
2024-05-10


14:00

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.
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