Year
2021
Units
4.5
Contact
1 x 1-hour lecture weekly
1 x 2-hour workshop weekly
1 x 2-hour workshop weekly
Enrolment not permitted
1 of MDIA2002, SCME2201 has been successfully completed
Assumed knowledge
A general aptitude for working with interactive technology.
Topic description
This topic explores the notion of designing interactive interfaces with the user in mind. It addresses the concepts of user testing, interviewing techniques, prototyping, and heuristic evaluation of hand-held devices, Web and installations. From this, students will be able to recognise, evaluate, and design interactive devices following sound usability principles.
Educational aims
This topic aims to:
- Provide students with an understanding of the core concepts of user-centred interaction design as it applies to industry standards
- Allow students to acquire a working vocabulary relevant to understanding user-centred interaction design
- Have students become familiar with a range of interactive interfaces and their usability issues
Expected learning outcomes
On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
- Demonstrate familiarity with the core concepts of user-centred interaction design as it applies to industry standards
- Understand and apply a working vocabulary relevant to understanding user-centred interaction design
- Understand and apply a working knowledge of a range of interactive interfaces and their usability issues
Key dates and timetable
Timetable details for 2021 are no longer published.
Sturt Rd, Bedford Park
South Australia 5042
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