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Physical Computation
This course introduces the principles and practices behind the design of interactive devices and spaces. Students learn to develop low and high-fidelity functional prototypes that combine sensor input with physical output based on the Arduino platform. Readings and lectures cover the principles and history of human-computer interaction, physical computing, tangible and embodied interaction, experience prototyping, and critical design. The content is adapted to provide a foundation and help students situate themselves within a large and rapidly expanding discipline. The focus is placed on developing practical, hands-on knowledge for designing physical interactions. Hands-on exercises provide a foundation of technical skills, such as low-fidelity prototyping, electronics, and coding. These will be applied to a final project that proposes a novel, thoughtful physical interaction with a functional system.
Upon completion of the course, students will:
● Demonstrate understanding of key computation, sensing, actuation, and communication components that make up modern interactive devices.
● Apply open-source software to sense user input and provide interactive responses.
● Develop digital and physical design and prototyping skills and apply appropriate works-like and looks-like prototyping strategies.
● Demonstrate ability to test interactive systems with people.
● Understand and communicate the structure and flow of a design project through writing, photos and videos.
● Demonstrate ability to critique Interaction designs and the role of user feedback in design development.
● Understand the historical context and precedents in human-computer interaction.
505 Avery
TH 11 AM - 1 PM
Full Semester
12414
| Course | Semester | Title | Student Work | Instructor | Syllabus | Requirements & Sequence | Location & Time | Session & Points | Call No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARCH4996‑1 | Spring 2025 |
Physical Computation
|
Daniel Leithinger |
300 BUELL SOUTH
TH 11-1
|
FULL SEMESTER
3 Points
|
11396 | |||
| A4996‑1 | Spring 2024 |
Physical Computation
|
Austin Wade Smith |
300 BUELL SOUTH
TH 11AM-1PM
|
FULL SEMESTER
3 Points
|
14970 |