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DM 3143 Interaction Design Studio 2 (2:1:0:3)

Description:
On-screen interfaces are very well-established. Anyone who has used a computer in the past 20 years knows how to navigate WIMP (Windows, Icons, Menus, Pointer). This course lays out the foundations of WIMP. Building upon this well-developed model, the course will focus on usability, user-testing, and user-centered design. It will end up exploring interfaces that move beyond established metaphors to provide new ways of interacting with the computer screen. This course will start with small assignments to illustrate the concepts. The last half of the semester will be spent developing a group project.

Credits: 3
Pre-Requisite: CS 11X4, DM 2144
Co-Requisite: none
Notes: none