Human computer interface designs are linked with design for both interactive media
presentations and online documentation. The continued growth in web-based and digital
entertainment provides challenges for the designer in creating interfaces that are fit for purpose
and visually engaging.
In this unit learners can develop concept designs in the form of sketches, notes, scripts, flow
diagrams, charts, screen designs, storyboards, animatics, visual and audio materials. Storyboards
can be used to visualise sequential information, such as screen designs, animation sequences
showing key frames, or video sequences. Learners can develop personal ideas for screen
designs, addressing areas such as consistency, organisation and prioritisation of information, as
well as usability and appropriate use of colour and text.
Learners may demonstrate their understanding and skills through any effective combination of
audio feedback, music or speech, visual feedback, animation and video. Other factors addressed
should include aesthetic appeal, innovation and creative thought.
Learners will select and decide an appropriate use of colour, animation, screen metaphor,
navigational devices, visual and audio feedback, according to end-user needs. Through this unit
learners should gain a broader understanding of the psychology, the principles and the practice
of user interface design.