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    Dec 05, 2025  
American University Catalog 2025-2026 
    
American University Catalog 2025-2026

PSYC-324 Human-Computer Interaction (3)


This course introduces students to the theory and practice of human-computer interaction (HCI) with an emphasis on analysis and design, and its intersection with psychology, with particular emphasis on sensation and perception and cognition. Students learn about key concepts, theories, and methods used in HCI research, and gain hands-on experience designing and evaluating interactive systems. Subjects include usability, user-centered design, interaction design, evaluation methods, and psychology of HCI. Crosslist: CSC-324 . Prerequisite: 9 credit hours in CSC, NEUR, PHYS, or PSYC.