Usability in Web ApplicationsLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Purpose of the course

Have you ever used an application with annoying, hard-to-find, or difficult-to-use features? The difference between a good and an excellent software product often lies in usability and user experience. Developing first-class applications requires considering and involving the user throughout the entire process, from design to implementation and testing.

In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of usability and user experience creation through theory and practical exercises, so that you can create usable and user-friendly web applications from the user's perspective.

Course competences

- Software Engineering Competence: Is familiar with tools and methods related to software engineering and able to apply the knowledge in practical work.
- ICT Specialization Competence: Is able to apply their knowledge and skills in a specific area of ICT, as well as analyze, evaluate, and develop operations in this area.
- Ethics: Takes others into account and promotes equality and non-discrimination.
- Ethics: Take into account the realisation of diversity and accessibility in their actions.

Learning outcomes

You have basic knowledge in the area of user-centered design. You know the basic concepts of usability and cognitive psychology.

Content

In this course you will get acquainted with the basic principles and theory of software usability and user centric design.

After completing this course, you will have knowledge about the user-centered design, the basic concepts of usability and cognitive psychology. You understand the framework of user-centered design processes and know different methods and techniques. You know the components and principles of usability and can apply that knowledge to the real world situations. You are able to conduct usability testing using various methods.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Sufficient (1): You have basic knowledge in the area of user-centered design. You know the basic concepts of usability and cognitive psychology.

Satisfactory (2): You have knowledge in the area of user-centered design. You know a few techniques and know how to utilize them. You know the basic concepts of usability and cognitive psychology and know how to use the methods and techniques in practice.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Good (3): You have knowledge in the area of user-centered design. You know various techniques and know how to utilize them. You know the concepts of usability and cognitive psychology and know how to use the methods and techniques in practice.

Very Good (4): You have knowledge in the area of user-centered design. You are able to utilize various UCD techniques in developing a software product. You know the concepts of usability and cognitive psychology and know how to use the methods and techniques in practice. You can expand your knowledge independently.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Excellent (5): You have knowledge in the area of user-centered design. You are able to analytically utilize various UCD techniques in developing a software product. You know the concepts of usability and cognitive psychology and know how to use the methods and techniques in practice. You can expand your knowledge independently. You are able to evaluate the appropriate methods and practices for different situations.