COIS 12036 Human Computer Interaction (HCI)
Project B (Term 2 – 2019)
Total marks: 45 marks
Project B: Task
The overall task is divided into two project phases (i.e. two separate, but related projects). It is
strongly advised that you read the following project description in conjunction with the
description for Project A.
You are to complete the following task in the order given:
• Develop high-fidelity prototype. Based on the user test feedback and recommendations
that you proposed in the previous phase (Project A), develop a high-fidelity prototype
(i.e. reasonably complete version) for the website. Use any combination of HTML5 and
CSS3. Remember to indicate which browser (i.e. IE, Firefox, Safari, Chrome, etc.) you are
targeting as the main working platform. For the purpose of this project, please exclude
mobile devices that runs on fragmented or closed-system technology, such as Android,
Apple iOS and Nook. Do not use Rapid Application Prototyping (RAD) tools or any other
type of scripting, programming languages, add-ons or services, e.g. Python, Lua, AJAX,
Dreamweaver, WordPress etc.
• Carry out user acceptance test. Devise two walkthrough scenarios. For example,
“Instruct the user to visit the Board Games section, look up two items, exit and select RC
Toys section and look up four other items.” Apply this walkthrough scenario to your test
subjects. Invite 3 to 4 potential users (e.g. friends, family members, classmates should
be fine, etc.) to play the role of users. You do not need to provide their names. Ask each
of the users to perform all the walkthrough scenarios you have devised. Apply
appropriate techniques to determine how the website performs under these test
conditions. Systematically collect data on the user performance. For example, how long
did each of the users take to complete each of the scenarios? Did the users find the
interface easy or challenging to use? Does the interface allow users to change their
minds? Etc. Refer to your textbook for more detailed and appropriate parameters that
suits your requirements.
• Identify features. Identify any one or two features of the website that you think
deserves particular attention. An example of a feature is, draw attention to interface
design elements that are particularly innovative, e.g. visitors can call up a mini
navigat
• Recommendation. From the outcome of the user acceptance test, provide
recommendations on how the high-fidelity prototype can be improved. Assertions made
in your recommendation need to be supported by the test results you have carried out
earlier.
• Write a report. Produce a report to document the tasks and the outcome of your efforts
undertaken for Project B. Remember, this report is intended for your employers. You
need to document and support the viability of your website – that is, to convince your
employer that your webpage is performing as intended.
Format of Report
As you are performing the tasks prescribed above, you will need to document every step of
your activity (i.e. write up what you have done). These pieces of information will be
consolidated into a report. For the purpose of this project you are assumed to be a
professional. As such, you should attempt at your best to reflect this quality in the preparation
of the report. As a minimum, the report should contain the following:
(1) Introduction – State the purpose and objectives of the report.
(2) Content – This is the main section where you should document your activities. You
should document the design principles you have adhered to in the development of your
website. You need to show the relationship of the interface design principles relating to
your webpage.
(3) User acceptance test. Do not include raw or unprocessed data. Summarise your findings.
Include only the analysis, evaluation, summarization and outcome of the acceptance
test here. If you really need to include critical or important raw data, then do so by
appending them to an appendix at the end of the report. Keep a record of your raw
data. If required, your instructor or marker may request that you provide them with a
copy.
(4) Features.
(5) Recommendation.
(6) Conclusion – This is basically a summation, consolidating the main points of the report.
(7) There is no minimum or maximum limit to the number of words required in this report.
However, the length of your report must be within reason and of adequate length to
succinctly support the complete account of tasks you have undertaken.
(8) Figures or diagrams can be added as required.
Page formatting: A4 size paper, 2.5cm margins on all sides, single-sided, Time Romans or
New Time Romans font, 12pt font size, DOC or DOCX format.
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Learning Objective
Note that these are not programming project in themselves. The primary purpose of both
Project A and Project B is to ensure that students adopt best practice and adhere closely to HCI
principles during the process of designing and developing the interactive user interfaces. This
process is to be fully documented in your report. Full functionality is not expected from either
Project A or Project B. For example, knowledge of database backend servers and web servers
are not required in this course.
What to Submit
You should submit two items for assessment. These are:
1. All necessary files, images, scripts, coding and resources should reside in a single main
PROJECT_B.ZIP folder. The report should be separated from this folder (see item 2
below). It is up to you to organise the files and sub-folders within the main folder.
Ensure that all your scripts and coding is stand-alone and portable. That is, your marker
or instructor should be able to run your scripts from the type of browser you have
specified by clicking on the main.html or main.htm startup file. Use only HTML5 and
CSS3 to develop your website. The web browser you specified should render your
markup and scripts without problems.
2. The report should be named REPORT_B and saved as a single file in DOC or DOCX
format. This file should be located outside the ZIP folder.
Submit (1) PROJECT_B.ZIP and (2) REPORT_B.DOCX as separate files. That is, submit ONE ZIP
file and ONE DOCX file. Both need to be separate items when you submit through the online
submission portal.
PLAGIARISM
CQUniversity regards plagiarism as a serious offence and it can
have serious consequences for you as a student. To avoid
plagiarism, please read:
https://www.cqu.edu.au/student-life/services-and-facilities/referencing/what-is-plagiarism
Assessment Criteria
The following criteria will be used to assess your assignment:
Criteria Marks
Task as documented in report:
• Overview and description. (2 marks)
• User acceptance test are appropriate and sufficiently in-depth. (3 marks)
o Walkthrough scenarios are appropriate and sufficiently complex. (1
mark)
o Results for the test user performance. (6 marks)
o Evidence that this task have been carried out with users. E.g.
analysis and evaluation of data are presented, etc. (3 marks)
• Features. ( 3 marks)
o Features are appropriate and suitable for the website.
o Innovative.
• Recommendation. (3 marks)
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High-fidelity prototype:
• Interface adheres to HCI principles in does not break major HCI rules. (6
marks)
• The final prototype sufficiently demonstrate the developer’s skills in web
development tools (i.e. HTML5 and CSS3). e.g. webpages can be rendered
to display elements to provide an idea of the overall design. (4 marks)
• Final expert review. The instructor and/or marker will carry out a final
usability and expert review of the website based on:
o Overall interface design, e.g. the design is appropriate for intended
users, and use of good metaphors. (3 marks)
o Aesthetics, innovation, creativity, impression etc. (5 marks)
o Walkthrough based on the walkthrough scenario you devised
above. (2 marks)
Presentation:
• Report professionally presented. (2 marks)
• Written style, expression and overall presentation. (2 marks)
Total marks for Project B: 45
Marker’s Guideline
• To obtain 76-100% of the marks allocated for a specific section of the assessment, the
student’s work is expected to demonstrate a very high level of knowledge and
understanding of concepts, facts and procedures, and application of knowledge within the
scope of the course.
• To obtain 51-75% of the marks allocated for a specific section of the assessment, the
student’s work typically demonstrate a high level of knowledge and understanding of
concepts, facts and procedures, and application of knowledge within the scope of the
course.
• To obtain 26-50% of the marks allocated for a specific section of the assessment, the
student’s work typically demonstrate a sound level of knowledge and understanding of
concepts, facts and procedures, and application of knowledge within the scope of the
course.
• To obtain 1-25% of the marks allocated for a specific section of the assessment, the
student’s work typically demonstrate a limited level of knowledge and understanding of
concepts, facts and procedures, and application of knowledge within the scope of the
course.
• 0 marks will be allocated for a specific section of the assessment, where an erroneous or no
attempt has been made by the student.
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