Graduate Certificate in Human-Centered Computing

This certificate offers students the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in the design and development human-centered computing systems. Through a focused program of study covering fundamentals, principles, and techniques involved in human/computer interaction (HCI) and user interface design, students will develop an ability to apply HCI design principles and techniques in the analysis, design, and development of computing systems, as well as evaluate HCI factors and issues in existing systems.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing the certificate program, students will be able to:

1. Apply human/computer interaction principles and techniques in the analysis, design, development, and testing of a moderately sized software system.
2. Evaluate human/computer interaction factors and issues in an existing computing system, and develop a plan of action to include the implementation of technical solutions to address those issues.

Required Courses

All courses carry 3 semester hours of credit, for a total of 15 required hours.

• CS 6281 - Human/Computer Interaction I
• CS 6282 - Human/Computer Interaction II
• Choose one of the following courses:
  • CS 6241 - Software Development I
  • CS 6251 - Web Technologies I
  • CS 6291 - Interactive Media and Game Development I
• One additional CS-approved graduate elective
• CS 6900 - Capstone Project

When to Enroll?

Enrollment dates may differ based on the academic and professional background of each student. If you are interested in the Human-Centered Computing Certificate program and wish to know the best semester for you to start your studies, please contact Dr. Adel Abunawass.

Specific Requirements for all Graduate Certificates in Computing

• A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 in all courses for the certificate is required.
• Students must meet with their advisor at least twice during each semester of enrollment.
• The selection of elective courses must be made in consultation with the student's faculty advisor and be approved by the Department.
• Students must complete an exit interview with the Department during the final semester of enrollment.