FIT2175 Usability
Faculty of Information Technology
FIT2175 Usability is a level 2, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Information Technology, offered in 2027 in Semester 1 and Summer B at Clayton. It needs FIT1045, FIT1056, FIT1060 or FIT1073 and unlocks 1 unit.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2027
- Semester 1, Summer B
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 5 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
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Requisites
Before FIT2175
Prohibitions
You can't enrol if you have passed any of these.
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
After FIT2175
1 unit list FIT2175 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Equivalent units
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Overview
This unit explores the underpinning theories, principles and practices of interface design and user interaction to create usable computer-based systems. It examines issues in the design of system interfaces from a number of perspectives of the user experience. The unit will cover topics such as theories and principles for designing effective user interfaces, methods and tools for developing different fidelity prototypes, and methods to evaluate the usability of interfaces with experts and users. The unit will also focus on designing for a diverse range of users and environments.
Offerings in 2027
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| First semester | Clayton | Flexible |
| Summer semester B | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- Unit project submission 1: Data gathering and user analysisProject25%
- Unit project submission 2: Storyboards and Low-fidelity prototypeProject25%
- Unit project submission 3: High-fidelity prototype and evaluationProject30%
- Presentation and demoPresentation10%
- In-semester quizzesExercise10%
Assessment details may change. Please refer to the assessment information in Moodle closer to the start of the teaching period.
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Demonstrate critical understanding of the theories and principles of usability as applied to interface and interaction design for different platforms;
- 2
Conduct comprehensive analysis of user gathered data to inform design decisions that align with users’ needs;
- 3
Design interfaces for user diversity and accessibility;
- 4
Employ user-centred design throughout the design process;
- 5
Critically evaluate and assess user interfaces, providing recommendations for improvement.
Workload and teaching
- Seminars24 hours
- Applied sessions24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled online and face to face learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated reading and preparation for scheduled teaching activities.
Where it fits
FIT2175 is part of 3 areas of study in the 2027 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Mr William Lay
- Dr Swamy Ananthanarayan
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Rob Teather
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for FIT2175?
You need FIT1045, FIT1056, FIT1060 or FIT1073 before you enrol.
What can I take after FIT2175?
FIT2175 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including FIT3200.
When is FIT2175 offered?
In 2027, FIT2175 runs in Semester 1 and Summer B at Clayton.
How much work is FIT2175?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does FIT2175 have an exam?
No. FIT2175 has 5 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include FIT2175?
FIT2175 is part of Games and immersive media; Human computer interaction; and Software development.