Advanced Topics in Human-Computer Interaction

Basic theory and research issues related to user centric design, interaction design and human-computer-interaction.

The course covers selected topics at doctoral level and is adapted individually according to the candidates' need for width and depth in his/her plan for academic training.

A. Knowledge:
The candidate's methodological and technological skills will be strengthened within Human-Computer Interaction. The content should be in the forefront of its field and provide a basis for the candidate's analytical and / or constructive work. Specific knowledge goals for each implementation is specified and approved by IEs-FU.

B. Skills:
The candidate will be trained to actively use the course's topics in analytical and / or constructive work and is encouraged to take a critical attitude to established knowledge in the field. Specific skill goals for each implementation is specified and approved by IEs-FU.

C. Competence:
As far as applicable, the candidate shall be able to put the course topics into a broader technological, economic / business and social context.
The candidate must be familiar with ethical issues related to the topics.
Specific expertise goals for each implementation is specified and approved by IEs-FU.

Lectures and Colloquia. An individual paper on an HCI topic.