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Subject |
Related Preparation |
1) |
Introduction and Theoretical Foundations : Introduction to HCI, Human, Interaction and Computer |
Chapter 1, 2 and 3: “Dix, A., Finlay, J., Abowd, G. & Beale, R. (2004). Human-Computer Interaction (3rd Edt.), USA: Prentice Hall.” |
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Introduction and Theoretical Foundations : Software Life Cycle and HCI, Project Planning, Analysis, Design and Evaluation |
Chapter 1-3: “Dix, A., Finlay, J., Abowd, G. & Beale, R. (2004). Human-Computer Interaction (3rd Edt.), USA: Prentice Hall.” |
3) |
Interaction design basics |
Chapter 5: “Dix, A., Finlay, J., Abowd, G. & Beale, R. (2004). Human-Computer Interaction (3rd Edt.), USA: Prentice Hall.” |
4) |
Design rules & usability |
Chapter 7: “Dix, A., Finlay, J., Abowd, G. & Beale, R. (2004). Human-Computer Interaction (3rd Edt.), USA: Prentice Hall.” |
5) |
Design Process and Evaluation
Optimizing the User Experience
Accessibility
Hardware & Software |
Chapter 1-4: “Leavitt, M.O. & Shneiderman, B. (2006). Research-Based Web Design & Usability Guidelines. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services & U.S. General Services Administration.”
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6) |
The Homepage
Page Layout
Navigation
Scrolling and Paging
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Chapter 5-8: “Leavitt, M.O. & Shneiderman, B. (2006). Research-Based Web Design & Usability Guidelines. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services & U.S. General Services Administration.” |
7) |
Headlines, Titles, and Labels
Links
Text Appearance
Lists
Screen-based Controls (Widgets)
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Chapter 9-13: “Leavitt, M.O. & Shneiderman, B. (2006). Research-Based Web Design & Usability Guidelines. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services & U.S. General Services Administration.” |
8) |
Graphics, Images and Multimedia
Writing Web Content
Content Organization
Search
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Chapter 14-17: “Leavitt, M.O. & Shneiderman, B. (2006). Research-Based Web Design & Usability Guidelines. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services & U.S. General Services Administration.” |
9) |
Ergonomics |
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10) |
Usability & Mobile Usability |
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11) |
Usability Testing Metrics and Methods |
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12) |
Usability Testing Metrics and Methods |
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13) |
Usability testing |
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14) |
Usability testing |
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Course Notes / Textbooks: |
“Leavitt, M.O. & Shneiderman, B. (2006). Research-Based Web Design & Usability Guidelines. U.S. Department of Health & Human Services & U.S. General Services Administration. [http://www.usability.gov/pdfs/guidelines.html]”
“Dix, A., Finlay, J., Abowd, G. & Beale, R. (2004). Human-Computer Interaction (3rd Edt.), USA: Prentice Hall. [http://www.hcibook.com/e3/] “
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References: |
Zaphiris, P. & Kurniawan, S. (2007). Human-Computer Interaction Research in Web Design and Evaluation. London: IDEA Group Pub. |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
1) |
Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and civil engineering; the ability to use theoretical and practical knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems. |
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2) |
Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose. |
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3) |
Ability to design a complex system, process, structural and/or structural members to meet specific requirements under realistic constraints and conditions; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. |
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4) |
Ability to develop, select and use modern techniques and tools necessary for the analysis and solution of complex problems encountered in civil engineering applications; ability to use civil engineering technologies effectively. |
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5) |
Ability to design, conduct experiments, collect data, analyze and interpret results for the study of complex engineering problems or civil engineering research topics. |
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6) |
Ability to work effectively within and multi-disciplinary teams; individual study skills. |
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7) |
Ability to communicate effectively in English and Turkish (if he/she is a Turkish citizen), both orally and in writing. |
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8) |
Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; ability to access information to follow developments in civil engineering technology. |
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9) |
To act in accordance with ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility; having awareness of the importance of employee workplace health and safety. |
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10) |
Information about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainable development. |
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11) |
Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of civil engineering solutions. |
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