Usability & Human-Computer Interaction

Intended as a handy reference for the students of computer science and engineering and computer applications, this book examines the concepts of human–computer interface/interaction in a bulleted format. The succinct approach makes this book a perfect learning tool for students, and teaching aide for teachers. Divided into nine chapters, with three appendices, the book has been organised as per the structure of university/college courses. The chapters emphasize the developmental processes and techniques involved in human–computer interaction. A separate chapter is devoted to universal design. The topics covered are supplemented with diagrams and flowcharts, to help make the learning process more illustrative. Appendices focus on topics that are relevant to help learn the concepts of human–computer interaction.

S.A. Kelkar, PhD. (Michigan, USA), is Former Adjunct Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, India. He has over 40 years of teaching experience in the field of software engineering, information systems, and related subjects. He is also a Visiting Faculty at several educational institutes in Mumbai. Besides, he has worked with reputed organizations such as Tata Consultancy Services, Aptech and Voltas.