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=== Subject Description and Course Outcomes ===
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== The Research Project  ==
 
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BTH740 -- Human Factors in Computing

  • This course introduces human-computer interaction. Its focus is on the psychological and physiological factors in human/computer interaction. The course examines broad issues of ergonomics and their influence on human/computer interaction, the influence of culture and human behavioural patterns on the use of computers and on the development of interface design and ways in which computer technology itself may influence human behaviour.
  • The course is supported by an open website. This wiki is editable by all participants.

Subject Description and Course Outcomes

External Links


The Research Project

A major component of this course is the research project. Students select a particular topic related to human-computer interaction and research that topic in detail. They write a research essay on the topic and present their findings to the class. The presentation includes a widget that may be used in personal learning environment.

Evaluation

  • Assignments 60%
  • Test 20%
  • Exam 20%

Resources

Examples and In-Class Notes

Archives