Virginia Tech® home

CS3724: Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction

Survey of human-computer interaction concepts, theory, and practice. Basic components of human-computer interaction. Interdisciplinary underpinnings. Informed and critical evaluation of computer-based technology. User-oriented perspective, rather than system-oriented, with two thrusts: human (cognitive, social) and technological (input/output, interactions styles, devices). Design guidelines, evaluation methods, participatory design, communication between users and system developers. (3H,3C)

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better required in CS 2114.

Taught By: 
Doug Bowman
Scott McCrickard