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Human-Computer Interaction (minor)
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The minor is suitable for technically oriented students in Aalto University who want to deepen their understanding of modern topics in interactive technology, including applications in web technology. Suitable educational backgrounds include, but are not limited to: computer science, communications and networking, electrical engineering, automation, control engineering, robotics, computer vision, computer graphics, web technology, and interactive media. Formal eligibility criteria are the same as in the major.
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Application process:
All Aalto students with sufficient prerequisite knowledge can choose this minor. Note that this minor is technically oriented and succeeding in studies requires prior background in mathematics, computer science, and programming. Please check the prerequisites for the courses in Sisu. When planning minor studies, please take into consideration that some of the courses may have defined limitations as to course sizes and priorities in participation. Please see course descriptions for further information.
Content and structure of the minor
Minor in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) covers basics of the field and introduces core technical areas.
The minor consists of 25 credits in 5 courses:
Code | Course name | ECTS | Period |
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CS-C3120 | Human-Computer Interaction | 5 | |
CS-E4900 | User-Centered Methods for Product and Service Design | 5 | |
CS-E5220 | User Interface Construction | 5 | |
ELEC-E7852 | Computational Design and Interaction D | 5 | |
ELEC-D7011 | Human Factors Engineering | 5 |
Previous curricula
Code: SCI3098
Extent: 25 ECTS
Language of instruction: English
Level: Masters
Target group: All Aalto students
Theme: ICT and digitalisation
Teacher in charge: Lauri Savioja
Administrative contact: Anu Kuusela
Organising department: Department of Computer Science
Prerequisites: The minor is suitable for technically oriented students in Aalto University who want to deepen their understanding of modern topics in interactive technology, including applications in web technology. Suitable educational backgrounds include, but are not limited to: computer science, communications and networking, electrical engineering, automation, control engineering, robotics, computer vision, computer graphics, web technology, and interactive media. Formal eligibility criteria are the same as in the major.
Quotas and restrictions: -
Application process: All Aalto students with sufficient prerequisite knowledge can choose this minor. Note that this minor is technically oriented and succeeding in studies requires prior background in mathematics, computer science, and programming. Please check the prerequisites for the courses in Sisu. When planning minor studies, please take into consideration that some of the courses may have defined limitations as to course sizes and priorities in participation. Please see course descriptions for further information.
Content and structure
Minor in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) covers basics of the field and introduces core technical areas.
The minor consists of 25 credits in 5 courses:
Code | Course name | ECTS credits |
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CS-C3120 | Human-Computer Interaction | 5 ECTS |
CS-E4200 | Emergent User Interfaces D | 5 ECTS |
CS-E4840 | Information Visualization D | 5 ECTS |
ELEC-E7852 | Computational Design and Interaction D | 5 ECTS |
ELEC-D7011 | Human Factors Engineering | 5 ECTS |
Code: SCI3098
Extent: 25 ECTS
Language: English
Teacher in charge: Prof. Antti Oulasvirta
Administrative contact: Anu Kuusela
Target group and prerequisites:
The minor is suitable for technically oriented students in Aalto University who want to deepen their understanding of modern topics in interactive technology, including applications in web technology, robotics, machine learning, visualizations etc. Suitable educational backgrounds include, but are not limited to: computer science, communications and networking, electrical engineering, automation, control engineering, robotics, computer vision, computer graphics, web technology, and interactive media. Formal eligibility criteria are the same as in the major.
In addition, the minor welcomes students from the University of Helsinki with a sufficient technical background.
Application process: All Aalto students with sufficient prerequisite knowledge can choose this minor. Note that this minor is technically oriented and succeeding in studies requires prior background in mathematics, computer science, and programming. Please check the prerequisites for the courses. When planning minor studies, please take into consideration that some of the courses may have defined limitations as to course sizes and priorities in participation. Please see course descriptions for further information.
Students of University of Helsinki: Application through the Flexible Study Right Agreement (JOO).
Content and structure
Minor in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) covers basics of the field and introduces core technical areas.
The minor consists of 25 credits in 5 courses:
Code | Course name | ECTS credits |
---|---|---|
CS-C3120 | Human-Computer Interaction | 5 ECTS |
CS-E4200 | Emergent User Interfaces | 5 ECTS |
CS-E4840 | Information Visualization | 5 ECTS |
ELEC-E7890 | User Research | 5 ECTS |
ELEC-E7851/ ELEC-D7010 |
Computational User Interface Design/ Engineering for Humans |
5 ECTS |
Code: SCI3098
Extent: 25 ECTS
Language: English
Teacher in charge: Prof. Antti Oulasvirta
Administrative contact: Anu Kuusela
Target group and prerequisites: The minor is suitable for technically oriented students in Aalto University who want to deepen their understanding of modern topics in interactive technology, including applications in web technology, robotics, machine learning, visualizations etc. Suitable educational backgrounds include, but are not limited to: computer science, communications and networking, electrical engineering, automation, control engineering, robotics, computer vision, computer graphics, web technology, and interactive media. Formal eligibility criteria are the same as in the major.
In addition, the minor welcomes students from the University of Helsinki with a sufficient technical background.
Application process:
- Students in CCIS: No application procedure.
- Students of Aalto University not in CCIS: The application period is twice per year through the general application procedure for minors at Aalto University, see Instructions for applying.
- Students of University of Helsinki: Application through the Flexible Study Right Agreement (JOO).
Applicants are requested to submit the following documents with the application: 1) brief letter of interest and 2) study transcripts from all degrees with grades.
Quotas and restrictions: The number of students is not restricted but the students are selected based on 1) suitability of previous studies, 2) progress in studies, and 3) motivation letter. The minor reserves a right to reject the application if the prerequisites of the minor are not met.
Content and structure
Minor in Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) covers basics of the field and introduces core technical areas.
The minor consists of 25 credits in 5 courses:
Code | Course name | ECTS credits |
---|---|---|
CS-C3120 | Human-Computer Interaction | 5 ECTS |
CS-E4200 | Emergent User Interfaces | 5 ECTS |
CS-E4840 | Information Visualization | 5 ECTS |
ELEC-E7890 | User Research | 5 ECTS |
ELEC-E7851/ ELEC-D7010 |
Computational User Interface Design/ Engineering for Humans |
5 ECTS |
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