CSCI-588: Specification and Design of
User Interface Software
Fall 2007
The User Interface (UI) can be the single feature that
can lead to success or failure of a computing system. User acceptance, operator
performance, improved work productivity, sell-off, degree of real-time, ease of
training, etc. are crucial issues facing user interface designers.
In addition, adherence to emerging standards and new
technologies (including web UI's) enhance, yet complicate the design process.
The student will have the opportunity to learn about development environments
that assist the UI design process. Correctly specifying the UI can lead to
improved user design, acceptance, and usability.
This course examines these issues, providing the
student with the tools and concepts to specify, design, and develop user
interfaces. The current literature will be reviewed. Video/demonstrations are
planned. A class project is required. Lecture materials are available via the
web.
