Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction. 3 credits

Catalog description

Introduction to HCI aims at helping early-stage students to learn foundations and concepts in HCI so that they can be ready to take advanced HCI-related courses over 600 levels. Mindset-wise, the course will cover foundational theories that span the interdisciplinary nature of HCI, including psychology and sensemaking, information visualization, interaction design, social computing, and explainable AI. Skillset-wise, the course will cover (1) how to understand human users' challenges and potential requirements of a new technology before we commit our effort towards implementation, (2) how to build real-world human-faced interactive tools that empower humans in leveraging state-of-the-art AI-driven innovation and beyond, and (3) how to scientifically measure human behavior and perception about using the new tools. Offered by Info Sciences & Technology . May not be repeated for credit.