Everything we touch that is electronic has a Human to Computer Interface (HCI). Some companies put a lot of effort into the user experience; others, not so much. Some HCIs are very complex with enormous functionality (computer operating systems and smartphones), and some are much simpler (ATMs, gas station pumps, lottery ticket machines, movie dispensing machines).
For this assignment, you will choose an HCI, interact with it, and review it.
Preparation
Most of this assignment is hands-on. Before you begin, you will need to pick an interface to explore, one you can physically touch or virtually visit. Choose either a simple interface (one with few options) or a singular function of a more complex item (like a singular function of your smartphone, such as to create and send an email). Remember that there are several options for many of these. Keep your selection to something simple, as you will find there are many options even in a simple task.
Once you've chosen an interface, take a picture or capture a screenshot of it. Then, work your way through the process of completing a task using your chosen interface, and record all the options and steps you encounter from the beginning of the process to the completion of the task.
Assignment steps 2-5 below are based on this preparation.
Instructions
Use the Week 6 Human Computer Interface (HCI) Assignment Template [DOCX] Download Week 6 Human Computer Interface (HCI) Assignment Template [DOCX]to complete and upload your work to the course room.
Write a paper in which you include the following:
- Research the history and background of HCI, in general, and write a 1-page summary.
- Capture a screenshot or take a picture of the interface and describe its interface.
- List all the steps and options that are available to use with your chosen interface to complete a task.
- Build an activity diagram that includes actions and events involved with your chosen HCI to show the process from beginning to end.
- Reference Figure 6-21 in your textbook for an example.
- Write a review of the interface by explaining your likes, dislikes, and supporting commentary about the design.
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CIS510: Advanced Systems Analysis and Design |
Week 6 Assignment: Human–Computer Interface (HCI)
Student Name
CIS510: Advanced Systems Analysis and Design
Professor Name
Month Date Year
Human–Computer Interface (HCI)
Write your introduction here.
History and Background of HCI
Write a one-page summary of the history and background of HCI in general.
Screenshot or Picture of Interface
Paste a screenshot or picture you have taken of the interface you are analyzing and describe its interface.
List of Steps and Options
List all the steps and options that are available to use with your chosen interface.
Activity Diagram
Paste the activity diagram you build of the interface that includes actions and events involved with the HCI and shows the process from beginning to end.
Review of Interface
Write a review of the interface, explaining your likes, dislikes and supporting commentary about the design.
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