Teaching

HCDE 412: Qualitative research methods in Human Centered Design and Engineering (TA)

Explores qualitative research methodologies, particularly the use of grounded theory methods to conduct field research for design and engineering. Develops skills for understanding and investigating why and how people experience, make meaning, and participate in their own social worlds, including how to create and iterate research questions, observations, and interviews.

HCDE 419: Concepts in Human Computer Interaction (TA)

Studies the social, cognitive, behavioral, and contextual aspects of information systems and informational dimensions of the human-computer interface, and other user-centered design concepts. Surveys research literature of human information behavior, as well as ethical standards.

HCDE 503: Navigating Design in Organizations (TA)

Examines how to manage the incubation and development of an idea, communicate it effectively to stakeholders, and deliver a quality product. Students learn to manage a design project from start to finish, collaborating across disciplines, working with partners and end-users, and communicating strategies for project management in organizations.

HCDE 501: Theoretical Foundations of Human Centered Design and Engineering (TA)

Examination of the theories that inform work in human centered design and engineering, focusing particularly on communication and interaction design theories. Topics include the complexities of communication as it is configured in different theoretical frameworks, the implications of these different configurations, and why these differences matter to people engaged in professional practice or research.

HCDE 517: Usability Studies (TA)

Discusses the human-computer interface (HCI) as the communicative aspect of a computer system. Analyzes usability issues in HCI design, explores design-phase methods of predictability, and introduces evaluative methods of usability testing.

HCID 531: Evaluation Studio (TA)

Teaches concepts related to conducting user research and usability evaluations. Introduces students to the methods and hands-on exercises that will enable them to determine user needs and usability and acceptability of interactive system designs.

HCDE 592: Capstone Planning (TA)

Students conduct initial research on topic themes, learn to form effective project teams, and identify appropriate industry sponsors, delivering formal project proposals.