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Usability and user interface design (5 cr)

Code: GD00CU06-3003

General information


Enrollment
16.12.2019 - 10.01.2020
Registration for the implementation has ended.
Timing
01.03.2020 - 30.04.2020
Implementation has ended.
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 cr
Local portion
3 cr
Virtual portion
2 cr
RDI portion
1 cr
Mode of delivery
Blended learning
Unit
Department of Culture
Campus
Kouvola Campus
Teaching languages
English
Teachers
Suvi Pylvänen
Teacher in charge
Suvi Pylvänen
Groups
GDKV18SP
Game design, full-time studies
Course
GD00CU06
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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?

Course material

Assignments done in class as well as an user interface design project done in groups. Videos, links and tutorials on Learn.

Further information

Students complete assignments in groups. In class, student will receive feedback and deepen their expertise.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Assignments completed. Prototype and design portfolio.

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