Human-Computer interaction
(Fall 2020 - now outdated)
For computer scientists, the word design is too often used just in the context of code and architecture. Engineers have a bad habit of building complex, intricate products that are wonderfully functional, but never used. When they are used, neglecting people in your design can lead to unexpected consequences that range from clumsiness to discrimination for individuals, groups, or cultures.
In this course, we will study both people and technology to understand the behavior that computers encourage or constrain. Through a variety of modalities (mobile, 3D user interfaces, virtual reality, etc), we will deliberately practice processes that result in useful, usable, and maybe even inspirational computer interfaces.
About me
Prof. Evan Peck [website] [evan.peck@bucknell.edu]
Office: the internet
Office hours: What even is time in 2020? (until schedules become stable, check out my public calendar and propose some times to meet!)