University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 9

Semester: 1

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This module covers the main aspects of Human Computer Interaction. Design guidelines, structured design methods and standards are studied, and practice is given in implementation and evaluation. Students gain experience of current interactive audio, visual and manipulative technologies.

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass CS2002 and ( pass CS2101 or pass CS2001 )

Anti-requisite(s): You cannot take this module if you take CS5040

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 lectures (x 10 weeks) and fortnightly tutorial.

Scheduled learning hours: 26

Guided independent study hours: 124

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 60%, Coursework = 40%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 60%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 40%

Re-assessment: 2-hour Written Examination = 60%, Existing Coursework = 40%

Personnel

Module teaching staff: TBC Module coordinator(s): Honours Coordinator - Computer Science (hons-coord-cs@st-andrews.ac.uk)