Human-Computer Interaction Fundamentals
This course is part of Human-Computer Interaction.
Course Cost
₹ 9,875
Beginner
Skill Level
6 Weeks
Self-paced lessons
This comprehensive course introduces you to the fundamentals of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) as taught in Georgia Tech's Online Master's program. You'll explore how HCI connects with user experience design, psychology, and human factors engineering. The course covers three key perspectives on user interaction: behaviorist, cognitivist, and situationist views. You'll learn about execution and evaluation gulfs, direct manipulation principles, human cognitive limitations, and essential design principles including discoverability, affordances, and error tolerance. The curriculum emphasizes practical application across domains like healthcare, education, and emerging technologies.
What you'll learn
Understand the fundamental goals and principles of human-computer interaction
Master the relationship between HCI and related fields like UX design and psychology
Apply core design principles including discoverability, affordances, and error tolerance
Analyze user interaction through behaviorist, cognitivist, and situationist perspectives
Evaluate interface design using cognitive load theory and human factors
Implement direct manipulation principles in interface design
Design interfaces that account for human sensory and memory limitations
Apply HCI principles to emerging technologies like VR and AR
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
PreRecorded video
Graded assignments, Exams
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
Limited Access access
Shareable certificate
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There are 5 modules in this course
The course provides a comprehensive introduction to Human-Computer Interaction, covering fundamental principles and design methodologies. Students learn about user interface design, cognitive psychology in HCI, and various interaction paradigms. The curriculum explores how humans interact with technology, covering topics from basic design principles to advanced concepts in user experience. Special attention is given to practical applications across different domains, emerging technologies, and design principles that enhance user interaction. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application of HCI concepts.
HCI Fundamentals and Field Overview
Module 1
User Interaction Perspectives
Module 2
Gulfs and Direct Manipulation
Module 3
Human Sensing and Cognitive Load
Module 4
Core Design Principles and Heuristics
Module 5
Fee Structure
Individual course purchase is not available - to enroll in this course with a certificate, you need to purchase the complete Professional Certificate Course. For enrollment and detailed fee structure, visit the following: Human-Computer Interaction
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