Course Description
Advanced study of usability inspection, inquiry, and testing theories and practices related to instrumental and instructive texts (i.e., computer-related, legal, medical, pharmaceutical, financial, etc.). Practical experience testing a variety of texts using several testing methods, including completion of a substantial, lab-based usability test. For students planning careers in technical communication, human factors, software design, and multimedia design.
Spring 2026
Instructors
Meeting Patterns
Classes Start:
January 12, 2026
Classes End:
April 28, 2026
Location:
00126 Tompkins Hall
Class Days:
M
Class Start Time:
6:00pm
Class End Time:
8:45pm
Class Type:
Lecture
Credits:
3.00
Restrictions:
Prerequisite: ENG 517 R: Graduate Students Only