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CIT811Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

User Interface Design And Ergonomics

This course introduces the concepts, design, implementation, and evaluation of user interfaces, emphasizing user-centered design and ergonomics. It covers essential interface design techniques, graphical user interfaces (GUI), and human-computer interaction (HCI). Students will learn about human capabilities, task analysis, prototyping methods, and evaluation methodologies. The course aims to equip students with the skills to analyze, design, and evaluate standard user interfaces, ensuring usability and efficiency.

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120h
Study Time
13
Weeks
9h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
User Interface DesignErgonomicsHCIUsabilityPrototyping

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

User Interface Design Principles

2

Human-Computer Interaction

3

Ergonomics

4

Usability Testing

5

Prototyping

6

Interaction Styles

Total Topics6 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

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UI Designer

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UX Designer

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Usability Analyst

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Interaction Designer

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Front-End Developer

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

Software DevelopmentWeb DesignMobile App DevelopmentGame DevelopmentIndustrial Design

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Introduction User Interface Design

8h

Unit 1: Fundamentals of User Interface Design

4 study hours
  • •Define user interface design and its significance.
  • •Explore the history and types of user interfaces.

Unit 2: Designing Good User Interfaces

4 study hours
  • •Discuss the essentials of interface design: features, function, and face.
  • •Identify tips for designing good user interfaces.
Week
2

Module 1: Introduction User Interface Design

4h

Unit 3: Graphical User Interface

4 study hours
  • •Describe graphical user interfaces (GUI) and their history.
  • •Highlight the elements of a GUI.
Week
3

Module 1: Introduction User Interface Design

4h

Unit 4: Human Computer Interaction

4 study hours
  • •Explain Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) and its goals.
  • •Differentiate HCI from related fields.
Week
4

Module 1: Introduction User Interface Design

4h

Unit 5: Ergonomics

4 study hours
  • •Explain ergonomics and its aspects.
  • •Describe ergonomics in the workplace.
Week
5

Module 2: User Interface Design Techniques

4h

Unit 1: Human Capabilities in User Interface Design

4 study hours
  • •Explain the Human Processor Model.
  • •Describe perception and motor skills in user interface design.
Week
6

Module 2: User Interface Design Techniques

4h

Unit 2: Understanding Users and Task Analysis

4 study hours
  • •Describe how to understand users.
  • •Explain Task Analysis and its stages.
Week
7

Module 2: User Interface Design Techniques

4h

Unit 3: User-Centered Design

4 study hours
  • •Explain User-Centered Design (UCD) and its purpose.
  • •Highlight the major considerations of UCD.
Week
8

Module 2: User Interface Design Techniques

4h

Unit 4: Interactive Design

4 study hours
  • •Explain Interaction Design and User-Centered Interaction Design.
  • •Discuss the history and relationship with user interface design.
Week
9

Module 2: User Interface Design Techniques

4h

Unit 5: Usability

4 study hours
  • •Explain usability and its concepts.
  • •Highlight the ISO Standard for usability.
Week
10

Module 2: User Interface Design Techniques

4h

Unit 6: Interaction Styles and Graphic Design Principles

4 study hours
  • •Explain different Interaction Styles and their advantages and disadvantages.
  • •Explain Graphic Design Principles.
Week
11

Model 3: User Interface Implementation

4h

Unit 1: Prototyping

4 study hours
  • •Explain Prototyping in detail.
  • •Describe the User Interface Prototyping Process.
Week
12

Model 3: User Interface Implementation

4h

Unit 2: Prototyping/Implementation Methods and Toolkits

4 study hours
  • •Describe various prototype terms.
  • •Explain the user interface modes and modalities.
Week
13

Model 3: User Interface Implementation

4h

Unit 3: Input and Output Models

4 study hours
  • •Explain the Input model and the Output model.
  • •Discuss different kinds of both input and output events.

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create a study schedule allocating time for each module and unit.

2

Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions.

3

Focus on understanding the core principles of user interface design and ergonomics.

4

Practice designing and evaluating user interfaces using different methods.

5

Create flashcards for key terms and concepts to aid memorization.

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