Syllabus: ITSD 4303 / CSCI4315 - Human Computer Interaction/Interface

Department of Information and Technology
College of Information and Mathematical Sciences
Clayton State University

Catalog description:
CSCI 4315: This course covers design and interfacing of computer input and output systems. Standard (mouse, keyboard, joystick, etc.) and new (head trackers, music controllers, gloves, etc.) input devices. Output mediums will include graphics, music, and 3-D sound. Hands-on laboratories and independent projects will be required.

ITSD 4303: Fundamentals of human-machine interfaces, both cognitive and physical. Learning styles and effects of short-term memory on cognition and reaction will affect hardware and software development. Students will design a prototype interface.

Prerequisites
CSCI 3320 with a minimum US grade of C OR

ITFN 3134 with a minimum US grade of C AND
ITFN 3314 with a minimum US grade of C AND
ITFN 3601 with a minimum US grade of C AND
ITFN 2411 with a minimum US grade of C AND
ITFN 2211 with a minimum US grade of C AND
ITFN 2511 with a minimum US grade of C

Course Outline
Week 1 - Interaction Paradigms
Week 2 - Interaction Frameworks and Styles
Week 3 - Interaction Design Process
Week 4 - Discovery
Week 5 - Design
Week 6 - Design Principles
Week 7 - Interaction Design Models
Week 8 - Usability Testing
Week 9 - Color
Week 10-11 - Interface Components
Week 12 - Icons
Week 13 - Speech and Hearing
Week 14-15 - Touch and Movement

Course Materials
Required textbook: "Resonant Interface, The HCI Foundations for Interaction Design" by Steven Heim, ISBN-10: 0321375963, ISBN-13: 9780321375964, Publisher: Addison-Wesley, 2008.

Course Outcomes:
Students will obtain a proficient level of mastery of human-computer interaction (HCI) theory. Students will also demonstrate a superior level of capability to apply the HCI theory to interaction design both independently and as a team member. Via an integrated approach which blends HCI theory and interaction design practice, students will refine their mastery of software development and interface design skills to a proficient level as they apply them to device analysis and design. Students will also develop communication skills via in-class presentations.

Collaboration: This is an CS/IT hybrid course, therefore students from these two academic disciplines are expected to collaborate in group projects.

Assessment: You will have numerous opportunities to practice and demonstrate mastery of the materials covered in this course. It is up to you to keep current on all readings and assignments (including in-class announcements). Your instructor will provide you with the course assessment details.

Makeup Policy: If you are forced to miss one of the quizzes, exams, or tests because of illnesss or other catastrophy, you must notify the instructor in advance. Before a makeup is given, you must supply written evidence (e.g., a note from a physician or hospital) that you were unable to take the exam/quiz at the original time. Without such evidence, you may receive a score of zero for the exam/quiz/test. Seating charts may be used for the exams/quizzes/tests, and may change from one event to the next. No makeup is allowed for labs, assignments, projects, and bonuses.

Grading will be based upon your assessment scores using the following scale:

GradeRange
A >= 90%
B 80% - 89%
C 70% - 79%
D 60% - 69%
F < 60%

Attendance Policy Daily attendance is strongly encouraged. Any student missing a lesson is responsible for any material assigned or covered in class during his/her absence

Late Work Policy Each assignment/homework/project is due at the beginning of the class on the assigned date. Assignments turned in after the beginning of the class will be considered late. Late submission penalty is 20% and the assignment must be turned in by the start of the first class after the due date. No assignments will be accepted after that class. It takes about 7-10 days before your work is returned. If more time is needed, you will be notified.

Classroom Etiquette: Cellular phones must be turned off during class. Please do not arrive late, leave early, or go in and out of class, since this behavior is very distracting.

Words of Wisdom (TAKE THIS PART SERIOUSLY!)

Academic Misconduct
If a student is found obtaining or granting inappropriate help in this course on any assignment (test, quiz, exam, homework, etc.) he will receive an F in the course. The offense will go on permanent record with the university. If this is not the student?s first academic misconduct offense at CCSU, he will be recommended for expulsion from the university. This is in full accord with CCSU?s policy, and we encourage you to read and review the university?s policy in your student handbook.

ITP Choice Information
Beginning Fall Semester 2001, all students at CCSU are required to state that they have on-demand access to a notebook computer that meets the recommended hardware/software specifications that have been established by Clayton State faculty. Academic penalties may be incurred for not meeting this requirement. See http://itpchoice.clayton.edu for more information.

Disability Services
Students with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations need to register with Disability Services (DS) in order to obtain their accommodations. You can contact them at 678-466-5445 or E-mail at disabilityservices@clayton.edu . If you are already registered with DS and are seeking accommodations for this course, please make an appointment with me to discuss your specific accommodation needs for this course and give me your accommodations letter.