Cognitive Interaction Design, 7.5 Credits

Contents

The course consists of two parts:
Part 1 theory, 4.5 credits

The focus of the course includes the acquisition of: knowledge of interaction, design and interaction design from a cognitive science perspective. Contents in short: The concepts of User Interfaces. From Virtual to Ubiquitous into Mobile awareness. Control and complexity: loci, sources, forms, strategies. Computer Artefacts and Collective Design. Cognitive Tools.

Part 2, laboratory, 3credits.

In the laboratory part some of the theories and techniques discussed in the theoretical part are put into practice. This part consists of a series of mandatory laboratory assignments.

Expected learning outcomes

After having completed the course the student will be able to:

* analyze digital artefacts and interactive situations using the analytical tools given during the course

* describe, understand and use the theories and concepts discussed during the course

* utilize and account for the contents in scientific publications within the field.

Required Knowledge

To be admitted you must have 45 ECTS-credits in Computing Science, or 45 ECTS-credits in Informatics, or 45 ECTS-credits in Cognitive Science or 2 years of completed studies, in all cases including a course in Human-Computer Interaction (e.g. 5DV112 or 5DV132) or equivalent.
Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English A (IELTS (Academic) with a minimum overall score of 5.5 and no individual score below 5.0. TOEFL PBT (Paper-based Test) with a minimum total score of 530 and a minimum TWE score of 4. TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test) with a minimum total score of 72 and a minimum score of 17 on the Writing Section).
Where the language of instruction is Swedish, applicants must prove proficiency in Swedish to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies.

Form of instruction

Education consists of lectures and mandatory computer based assignments and exercises in smaller groups. In addition to scheduled activities, individual work with the material is also required.

Examination modes

The examination consists of a written exam in Part 1 and by grading the mandatory assignments in Part 2. In Part 1, the grades given are Fail (U), Pass (3) or Pass with Mark (4), or Pass with Distinction (5). In Part 2 the grades given are Fail (U) or Pass (G). On the course as a whole, the grades given are Fail (U), Pass (3) or Pass with Mark (4), or Pass with Distinction (5). In order to pass the course completely all mandatory parts must be passed as well. The final grade of the course is a summary assessment of the results and decided only after all mandatory parts are passed.

For all students who do not pass the regular examination there are additional opportunities to do the examination. A student who has taken two tests for a course or segment of a course, without passing, has the right to have another examiner appointed, unless there exist special reasons (Higher Education Ordinance Chapter 6, section 22). Requests for new examiners are made to the head of the Department of Computing Science.

TRANSFER OF CREDITS This course may not be used towards a degree, in whole or in part, simultaneously with another course of similar content. If in doubt, consult the student counselors at the Department of Computing Science and / or program director of your program.

Transfer of credits is considered individually (see the University Code of Rules and regulations for transfer of credits). An application for transfer of credits is made on a special form and should be submitted to the Faculty of Science and Technology, Umeå University.