IS 242 Human Computer Interaction

This course is an introduction to the understanding and promotes advocacy of the user in the development of IT applications and systems. The course develops a mind-set that recognizes the importance of users and organizational contexts and introduces user-centered methodologies for the development, evaluation, and deployment of IT applications and systems. The student develops knowledge of HCI topics including: user and task analysis, human factors, ergonomics, accessibility standards, and cognitive psychology.