CS310 Human Computer Interaction
CS310 Human Computer Interaction
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Computer Sciences and Engineering
Mohammed Saeed Jawad
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
This course is designed to teach students on how computers communicate with people. It introduces the methodology for designing and testing user interfaces, various interaction styles such as menus, command line, GUIs and virtual reality, interaction techniques (including use of voice, gesture, eye movements), design guidelines, and user interface management system software. At the end of the course, students will have gained a more in-depth understanding of what makes a sleek and usable design, and the effect of a good design on functionality, user satisfaction and productivity. Throughout the course, students will design a small user interface, program a prototype, and test the result for usability.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
Human Computer Interaction by Dix Alan, Finlay Janet E., Abowd Gregory D., Beale Russell, 3th Edition
Additional Literature
Designing the User Interface: Strategies for Effective Human-Computer Interaction by Shneiderman, Plaisant, Cohen, Jacobs, Elmqvist & Diakopoulos, 6th Edition Various online and multimedia resources will be presented in class on a weekly basis and will be available on the MS Teams channel.Teaching Methods
Lectures
Homeworks
Project
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to HCI | Ch 1 |
| 2 | Human | Ch 1 |
| 3 | Interaction and Theories | Ch 3 |
| 4 | Needfindings | Ch 5 |
| 5 | Task Analysis | Ch 5 - 15 |
| 6 | Prototyping | Ch 6 |
| 7 | Prototyping | Ch 6 |
| 8 | Mid-term | |
| 9 | Design Guidelines | Ch 3 (Shneiderman) |
| 10 | Visual Design | Ch 8 (Shneiderman) |
| 11 | Usability (Heuristic Evaluation) | Ch 9 |
| 12 | Usability Testing | Ch 9 |
| 13 | Project Presentations | N/A |
| 14 | Project Presentations | N/A |
| 15 | Final Review |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CS310.1 | Course | Tuesday 17:00 - 19:50 | A F2.14 - Amphitheater II | - | - |
| CS310.1 | Tutorial | Wednesday 10:00 - 11:50 | B F2.16 | - | - |
| CS310.2 | Tutorial | Friday 11:00 - 12:50 | B F1.23 - Amphitheater I | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 4 5
Mid-term
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Project
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Assignments
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 6 ECTS credit course corresponds to 150 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture Hours
45 hours ⏳ (15 week × 3 h)
Tutorials
24 hours ⏳ (12 week × 2 h)
Project
26 hours ⏳ (13 week × 2 h)
Midterm exam study
16 hours ⏳ (1 week × 16 h)
Final exam study
21 hours ⏳ (1 week × 21 h)
assignments
18 hours ⏳ (9 week × 2 h)
150 Total Workload Hours
6 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [CS310] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| CS310 | Human Computer Interaction | 3 | 2 | 6 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | None | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Mohammed Saeed Jawad | Office Hours / Room / Phone | ||||||||
| msjawad@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Kenan Sabic | Assistant E-mail | ksabic@student.ius.edu.ba | |||||||
| Course Objectives | This course is designed to teach students on how computers communicate with people. It introduces the methodology for designing and testing user interfaces, various interaction styles such as menus, command line, GUIs and virtual reality, interaction techniques (including use of voice, gesture, eye movements), design guidelines, and user interface management system software. At the end of the course, students will have gained a more in-depth understanding of what makes a sleek and usable design, and the effect of a good design on functionality, user satisfaction and productivity. Throughout the course, students will design a small user interface, program a prototype, and test the result for usability. | |||||||||
| Textbook | Human Computer Interaction by Dix Alan, Finlay Janet E., Abowd Gregory D., Beale Russell, 3th Edition | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | Lectures, homeworks, project | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to HCI | Ch 1 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Human | Ch 1 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Interaction and Theories | Ch 3 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Needfindings | Ch 5 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Task Analysis | Ch 5 - 15 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Prototyping | Ch 6 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Prototyping | Ch 6 | ||||||||
| Week 8 | Mid-term | |||||||||
| Week 9 | Design Guidelines | Ch 3 (Shneiderman) | ||||||||
| Week 10 | Visual Design | Ch 8 (Shneiderman) | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Usability (Heuristic Evaluation) | Ch 9 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Usability Testing | Ch 9 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Project Presentations | N/A | ||||||||
| Week 14 | Project Presentations | N/A | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Final Review | |||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 25 | 1,2,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Mid-term | 1 | 25 | 1,2 | Not Allowed | |
| Project | 1 | 29 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| Assignments | 3 | 21 | 1,2,3,4,5 | Not Allowed | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture Hours | 3 | 15 | 45 | Tutorials | 2 | 12 | 24 | |||
| Project | 2 | 13 | 26 | Midterm exam study | 16 | 1 | 16 | |||
| Final exam study | 21 | 1 | 21 | assignments | 2 | 9 | 18 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 150 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 6 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 25/02/2026 | |||||||||