Lecture - Room H 322 Office H356
Office Hours Office Hours Mon & Wed 10am-12noon Voice 770-528-4283
Appointments available: Tue & Thur 10am-2pm Email bthomas@spsu.edu
Prerequisite:
CS 3423 Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis (equivalent to quarter class = CS 305 Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis)
Course Description:
A course that presents the fundamental knowledge, processes, skills, and practices leading to the user-centered design of computer systems and applications. The course addresses the effectiveness of human interactions with computers by examining issues of physical ergonomics, cognition and perception, human memory and information processing, and usability. Software engineering techniques are covered leading to improved system effectiveness in supporting use of computers, user learning, diversity in interaction styles, and individual versus group work. Class exercises provide practice of needed skills. A major design and development project that integrates all aspects of user-centered design is included.
Textbook:
This course uses the lecture format for coverage of the course material, and the class interaction format for more understanding. Transparencies, handouts and the blackboard are used in most of the class lectures. These have examples, diagrams and hints to understand and follow the lecture. Class exercises, role playing, small group discussions are also part of the class activities. All work submitted for credit is expected to be the work of the individual student.
Class will (hopefully) start and end at the prescribed time. Class attendance is required. You are solely responsible for all material covered, announcements made and discussed in class. Further, if you know that you will be absent for an extended period of time during the semester, you should notify the instructor. Only one alternate test schedule will be arranged only for a valid reason. The instructor will be available during the stated above office hours, and you may make an appointment for the times not posted. Assignments and homework are due on or before 1 p.m. of the due date.
"Students with disabilities who believe that they may need accommodations in this class are encouraged to contact the counselor working with disabilities at (770) 528-7226 as soon as possible to better ensure that such accommodations are implemented in a timely fashion."
Points for Course:
4 Homeworks 25 pts 100
2 TESTS 150 each 300
1 GUI Project (Handed in 3 times for 35, 60 and 105 pts.) 200
1 Final Exam 200
Total Points for the course 800
Homework Description:
Homework 1 Airline Reservation System 25 pts.
Homework 2 Building a Structured Help 25 pts.
Homework 3 25 pts.
Homework 4 25 pts.