autumn 2009

CS147: Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction Design

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1:15pm - 2:05pm, Hewlett 201

Through lectures and a project, learn the fundamentals of human-computer interaction & design thinking. Work together in teams of three on a quarter-long project. Each week, in small design studios, present and discuss work with peers. The setting for the course is mobile web applications. The constraints of this small form factor make this an exciting challenge. At the end of the course, present to a jury of IT and design leaders. CS147L, an optional 1-unit lab teaches web programming. Projects should address one of the following three briefs:

Induce (small) Change

Create (small) Media

Share (small) Experiences

syllabus & readings

Each lecture has a reading associated with it. Please skim the readings before lectures, and use them as a study guide when preparing for the in-class exam in Week 8. The readings should also be helpful as reference materials for the main project, and beyond this class. Search inside lecture slides:

thanks

To Mike Krieger (of Meebo) for teaching CS147L, and Apple for providing Ipod Touches.