HCI Process and Theory
Course Information
Course Number
HCI Undergraduate:
n/a
HCI Graduate:
05-771
Program Requirement
This is a required course for
HCI PhD
Course Description
This course serves as a general introduction to Ph.D. level research in Human Computer Interaction. It will provide some background material in key HCI related areas, discuss the nature of research typically performed in an HCI context, and explore the processes and methodologies typical of interdisciplinary work in HCI. The course will be project-oriented, giving students practical experience with a small interdisciplinary research project related to the project theme for the year. Assigned readings will be posted on the course blackboard site.
Method of evaluation: Grading will be based on class participation, a set of assignments, and the project.
Semester Offered and Units
Semester:
Fall
Graduate:
9
units
Enrollment Requirements
This course is for PhD students only unless the instructor gives special permission.