5 ECTS cr

In English.

Autumn, period 2

1. Knowledge of the Human Computer Interaction (HCI) fundamentals

2. Knowledge of evaluation techniques

3. Knowledge of prototyping techniques

4. Knowledge of how HCI can be incorporated in the software development process

Human and computer fundamentals, design and prototyping, evaluation techniques, data collection and analysis.

Face-to-face teaching.

Lectures (12 h), exercises (16 h), and practical work (105 h). The course is passed with an approved practical work (several assignments). The implementation is fully English.

Computer Science and Engineering students and other Students of the University of Oulu.

While no specific courses are not required, elementary programming and design skills are desired.

The course is an independent entity and does not require additional studies carried out at the same time. The course involves some basic programming.

All necessary material will be provided by the instructor.

The assessment is project-based. Students have to complete several individual exercises throughout the semester: 1: Using questionnaires; 2: Fitts law; 3: Advanced, team-based design exercise and essay. Passing criteria: all exercises must be completed, each receiving more than 50% of the available points.

Read more about assessment criteria at the University of Oulu webpage.

The course unit utilizes a numerical grading scale 1-5. In the numerical scale zero stands for a fail.

Simo Hosio (Dr. Tech.)

If relevant, guest lectures may be organized (optional).