KOGJ5200 COG3: Tools for Interaction Design (JSS34) (2 cr)

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Study level:

Postgraduate studies

Grading scale:

Pass - fail

Language:

English

Responsible organisation:

Faculty of Information Technology

Curriculum periods:

2025-2026

Description

This course introduces participants to the basics of user interface design, mostly for screen-based systems such as desktop and mobile applications. The focus is on methods, theories and concepts that are commonly used in UX/UI profession. After the course, the student has readiness to critically evaluate and discuss the benefits and drawbacks of different design choices on interaction level when they participate in digital product design projects.

Learning outcomes

 After successful completion of this course, students will:

Be able to sketch and design interaction sequences and user flows, considering UI design beyond individual screen layouts only;
Apply design patterns and other interface concepts in interaction design, informed by theories from psychology, human factors;
Be aware of digital tools in interaction design;
Carry out a heuristic expert-based usability evaluation on a UI;
Has an initial understanding on how graphical design can be integrated to UI design via design systems.

Description of prerequisites

Students should have a background in cognitive science, information systems, computer science or related discipline

Completion methods

Method 1

Description:

In-class exercises, Readings, Individual design exercise

Evaluation criteria:

Pass/fail

Time of teaching:

Period 1

Select all marked parts

Parts of the completion methods

Participation in teaching (2 cr)

Type:

Participation in teaching