Time Schedule:
Cecilia Aragon
HCDE 411
Seattle Campus
Introduces the design and presentation of digital information. Covers the use of graphics, animation, sound, and other modalities in presenting information to the user; understanding vision and perception; methods of presenting complex information to enhance comprehension and analysis; and the incorporation of visualization techniques into human-computer interfaces. Prerequisite: minimum grade if 2.0 in HCDE 310; may not be repeated.
Class description
HCDE 411, Information Visualization, covers the design and presentation of digital information, including graphics, animation, sound, and other modalities in presenting information to users. Vision and perception; methods of presenting complex information to enhance comprehension and analysis; and incorporation of visualization techniques into human-computer interfaces.
Student learning goals
Critically analyze the design and presentation of digital information
Develop a basic understanding of the human visual system and visual perception and how to design visualizations to effectively present information to users
Incorporate visualization techniques into human-computer interfaces
Understand the basic data types and data representations
General method of instruction
Recommended preparation
Class assignments and grading
In this class, students will be expected to complete reading assignments, participate in class discussions, and complete a series of written assignments. Students will complete a group final project that incorporates design, implementation, and evaluation of a visualization technique.
