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Bbit 314:Human Computer Interaction 1St Trimester 2016 Question Paper

Bbit 314:Human Computer Interaction 1St Trimester 2016

Course:Bachelor Of Business Information Technology

Institution: Kenya Methodist University question papers

Exam Year:2016

Humana computer interaction (BBIT-314) (BSIS 430) 1st trimester 2016
KENYA METHODIST UNIVERSITY

END OF 1'st 'TRIMESTER 2016 (PT) EXAMINATION

SCHOOL : SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT : COMPUTING AND INFORMATION SCIENCE
UNIT CODE : BBIT-314/BSIS 430
UNIT TITLE : HUMAN COMPUTER INTERACTION
TIME : 2 HOUR

INSTRUCTIONS

Question 1

Define the term human computer interaction and explain its three components.
(4 marks)
What is the difference between usability and quality?
(2 marks)
Explain the five usability principles and provide relevant examples.
(5 marks)
Factors affecting the HCI design relates to users, work environment or the technology being used. Explain each giving examples.
(6 marks)
What is the contribution of the following on human computer interaction?
(3 marks)
Cognitive psychology
Ergonomics
Artificial Intelligence.
A number of cognitive frameworks have been applied in HCI.Describe the Model Human Processor.
(6 marks)
What is task analysis? Explain its importance in the design of user interfaces
(4 marks)
Question 2

a) Explain briefly any FIVE interaction styles in software’s and mention advantages and disadvantages of each. (10 Marks)
b) Explain the connectionist approach as used in cognition. (4 Marks)
c) Describe the Design implications of human memory. (6 marks)
Question 3

Describe briefly any TWO types of human learning and highlight three design implications of learning.
(7 marks)
In relation to task analysis, explain GOMS Model
(6 marks)
Describe various steps in Usability Engineering Lifecycle
(7 marks)
Question 4

Describe briefly types of computer users and how their requirements are integrated in a computer system.
(4 Marks)
Discuss any three of Nielsen’s usability heuristics.
(6 marks)
Describe two techniques that you would use to elicit user requirements for a new e-commerce site selling electrical appliances, such as fridges and televisions, to the public.
(5 marks)
) State FIVE guidelines in use of colors in interface design.
(5 Marks)

Bbit 314:Human Computer Interaction 1St Trimester 2016 Question Paper

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