CSE 155: Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction (FALL 2018)

CSE 155: Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction

FALL 2018 (4 UNITS)

Introduces students to the basic concepts in the theory and practice of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). Teaches how hardware and software design influence the interaction between human and computers to provide insights into the design and development of safe, effective, and enjoyable interactive systems.

Outline Lab Rules Tutorials Equipment Borrow & Return Form

Lecture	Tuesday & Thursday	4:30pm - 5:45pm	COB 113
Lab	Wednesday	7:30pm - 10:20pm	SSM 154
Office Hours	Wednesday OR By Appointment	3:00pm - 5:00pm	SE2 212 / COB 374-376

Textbook

This course uses the following textbook.

I. Scott MacKenzie

2013

Human-Computer Interaction: An Empirical Research Perspective

Morgan Kaufmann, San Francisco, CA, USA

Research Methods Evaluation

Course Objectives

Primarily, the course covers the following topics.

Understanding users' needs, desires, and expectations.
Identifying and modelling human and system factors.
Interactive system design methodologies, usability testing, and user experience design (UX).
Qualitative and quantitative research methods and data analysis.
Research ethics and working with human subjects.
Preparing demonstration videos, writing papers, and presentations.

Course Learning Outcomes

Students participating in this course are expected to achieve the following learning outcomes through an understanding of basic theory and practices in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI). The ability to:

Think critically about interactive computer systems.
Account for both human and system factors in the design of interactive computer systems.
Make design decisions by applying appropriate concepts and strategies.
Verbalize, discuss, and articulating key concepts and issues.
Describe interactive computer systems, issues, and solutions in clear, understandable language.
Practice a high standard of professional ethics.

In addition, this course will encourage students to engage in continuing professional development by adapting new methods, technologies, and tools.

Prerequisites

CSE 100 Minimum Grade: C−. Strong skills in computer and Web programming preferred.

Course Policies

Class participation is required. Late submission is not permitted.

Lecture. Typically, lectures will consist of the following.
- Lecture. The instructor or a guest instructor will deliver a lecture.
- Discussion. The class will engage in a discussion on a particular topic. All students must prepare for each lecture ahead of time by studying the respective reading material, when applicable.
Group Project. Students will form a group of 3-4 to work on a project to apply the techniques and skills they have acquired in the class. Each project will involve the design, development, and evaluation of an interactive computer system of the respective group’s choice. All groups will report the findings of their projects in a report (maximum 6 pages, excluding references, in the ACM SIGCHI format). Groups projects will prepare students for real-world software and systems design. Upon completion of the projects, all students will anonymously rate their group members based on their contribution in the project.
Lab. Most labs will be dedicated to students seeking assistance and resolutions to problems they are facing with their projects, including a design or development issues. However, some labs will be dedicated to specific learning objectives, such as how to use common statistical analysis tools or how to create demonstration videos using popular video editing tools.

Assessment & Grading Policy

Participation	10%	Final Report	10%	Presentation	20%	Exams	60%
Lecture	5%	Writing	10%	Presentation 1: Design & Development	8%	Midterm	30%
Lab	5%	Writing	10%	Presentation 2: Demonstration & Evaluation	12%	Final	30%

Lectures

08/23/2018: Introduction
08/28/2018: Historical Perspective
08/30/2018: Human Factors, Part I
09/04/2018: No Class: Instructor Away on a Conference
09/05/2018, 11:59 PM: Purchase Request Due
09/06/2018: No Class: Instructor Away on a Conference
09/11/2018: Human Factors, Part II
09/13/2018: Human Factors, Part III
09/15/2018, 11:59 PM: Group Formation Due
09/18/2018: Interaction Elements, Part I & Low-Cost/Fidelity Prototypes
09/20/2018: Interaction Elements, Part II & Persuasive Techniques
09/25/2018: Scientific Foundation, Part I & Presentation/Project Discussion
09/27/2018: Scientific Foundation, Part II
10/02/2018: Empirical Research, Part I
10/04/2018: Presentation & Midterm Discussion & Empirical Research, Part II
10/09/2018: Presentation: Design and Development (20 minutes) & Discussion (15 minutes)
- Group: Authentication Gestures
- Group: Transitions & Animations
10/11/2018: Presentation: Design and Development (20 minutes) & Discussion (15 minutes)
- Group: Dollar Bill Classifier
- Group: One-Handed Keyboard
10/16/2018: Presentation: Design and Development (20 minutes) & Discussion (15 minutes)
- Group: Chatbot using ML-based Training
- Group: Cattracks The Official App
10/18/2018: Presentation: Design and Development (20 minutes) & Discussion (15 minutes)
- Group: Alarm System for Heavy Sleepers
- Group: Eye Tracking
10/19/2018, 11:59 PM: Presentation Material Due
10/23/2018: Midterm Review
10/25/2018: Midterm
10/30/2018: Hypothesis Testing
11/01/2018: Case Study: Design, Development, & Evaluation
11/06/2018: Descriptive Interaction Models
11/08/2018: Predictive Interaction Models, Part I
11/13/2018: Predictive Interaction Models, Part II
11/15/2018: Qualitative Methods Canceled Due to Poor Air Quality Campus Closure Notice
11/20/2018: Writing a Research Paper & Final Review Canceled Due to Poor Air Quality Campus Closure Notice
11/22/2018: Thanksgiving Holiday
11/26/2018, 11:59 PM: Final Report Due (Extended: 11/28/2018, 11:59 PM)
11/27/2018: No Class: Instructor Away on a Conference. Make-Up in Lab (SSM 154) on 12/05/2018 at 7:30pm (See Below).
11/29/2018: Presentation: Development & Evaluation (30 minutes) & Q&A (10 minutes)
- Group: One-Handed Keyboard
- Group: Alarm System for Heavy Sleepers
12/04/2018: Presentation: Development & Evaluation (30 minutes) & Q&A (10 minutes)
- Group: Cattracks The Official App
- Group: Authentication Gestures
12/05/2018 (In SSM 154 at 7:30pm): Presentation: Development & Evaluation (30 minutes) & Q&A (10 minutes)
- Group: Eye Tracking
- Group: Transitions & Animations
12/06/2018: Presentation: Development & Evaluation (30 minutes) & Q&A (10 minutes)
- Group: Chatbot using ML-based Training
- Group: Dollar Bill Classifier
11:59 PM: Presentation Slides & Demo Video Due
12/11/2018: Final Exam

Labs: The labs are for seeking assistance with course projects and class material. In addition, some labs will be dedicated to the following learning outcomes.

08/29/2018: Literature Review
09/05/2018: No Lab: TA Away on a Conference
09/12/2018: Research Ethics
09/19/2018: Participant Recruitment
09/26/2018: Project Assistance
10/03/2018: Project Assistance
10/10/2018: Research Design Assistance
10/17/2018: Research Design Assistance
10/24/2018: Research Design Assistance
10/31/2018: Video Editing & Midterm Discussion
11/07/2018: Project Assistance
11/14/2018: Statistical Software (Demo)
11/21/2018: Non-Instructional Day
11/28/2018: Project Assistance
12/05/2018: Make-Up Class (See Above)