Usability and user interface design (5 cr)
Code: GD00CU06-3001
General information
Enrollment
02.01.2019 - 14.01.2019
Timing
01.01.2019 - 30.04.2019
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2 op
RDI portion
1 op
Mode of delivery
60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning
Campus
Kouvola Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Degree Programme in Game Design
Teachers
- Suvi Pylvänen
Groups
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GDKV17SPGame design, full-time studies
Objective
You are familiar with the basic principles of interface design, usability, accessibility and user experience.
You are able to conduct usability tests and you are familiar with different test methods that can be applied to games.
You understand the basic psychology behind usability such as human perception and memory.
You are familiar with a user centred design process and the associated methods.
You know the most common interface design patterns and elements used in games.
Content
How to design user interfaces that are easy to use and accessible?
How to plan and implement a usability test and evaluate usability?