Informatics IN4MATX

IN4MATX 80 Special Topics in Informatics

Units

4

Prerequisite

Prerequisites vary

Repeatability: May be taken 3 times as topics vary

Restrictions: School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment

Designed for informatics instructors to pilot new teaching materials and prototype new class. The format of the class is flexible based on the content to be offered in the future.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX H81 Ethics, Technology, and Design

Units

4

Restrictions: Campuswide Honors Collegium only

(III)

Provides a critical framework for how and why biases of many kinds are built into everyday digital tools. Reflections on ethics, technology, and design through case studies drawn from machine learning, CS education, engineering, social media, and criminal justice.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 131 Human Computer Interaction

Units

4

Prerequisite

I&C SCI 10 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI 31 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI 32A with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI H32 with a minimum grade of C or GDIM 31 with a minimum grade of C or ENGR 10 with a minimum grade of C or ENGRMAE 10 with a minimum grade of C or EECS 10 with a minimum grade of C

Restrictions: Computer Science and Engineering majors and School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment

Basic principles of human-computer interaction (HCI). Introduces students to user interface design techniques, design guidelines, and usability testing. Students gain the ability to design and evaluate user interfaces and become familiar with some of the outstanding research problems in HCI.

Offered: Fall 2026 (6 sections)

IN4MATX 132 Advanced Topics in Human-Computer Interaction

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 131

Restrictions: Computer Science and Engineering majors and School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment

Advanced material in the space of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) through application and practice. Introduces user research methods such as observation, interviewing, usability testing, design activities, and user analytics.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 133 User Interaction Software

Units

4

Prerequisite

I&C SCI 45J with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI 45C with a minimum grade of C

Restrictions: Computer Science and Engineering majors and School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment

Introduction to human-computer interaction programming. Emphasis on current tools, standards, methodologies for implementing effective interaction designs. Widget toolkits, Web interface programming, geo-spatial and map interfaces, mobile phone interfaces.

Offered: Fall 2026 (2 sections)

IN4MATX 134 Advanced Topics in User Interface Software

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 131 and IN4MATX 133

Restrictions: Informatics majors, Software Engineering majors, and Business Information Management majors have the first consideration for enrollment. School of Information and Computer Sciences students only. Computer Science Engineering Majors have second consideration for enrollment

Advanced material in the space of human-computer interaction programming. Introduces core interface toolkit concepts including interface states, event handling, layout and positioning, and custom interactions. Materials Fee

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 143 Information Visualization

Units

4

Prerequisite

(IN4MATX 131 with a minimum grade of C or SWE 43 with a minimum grade of C) and (I&C SCI 31 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI H32 with a minimum grade of C)

Restrictions: School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment

Introduction to interactive visual interfaces for large datasets, and to principles of human visual perception and human computer interaction that inform their design. Various applications for data analysis and monitoring are discussed.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 148 Designing for the Internet of Things

Units

4

Prerequisite

I&C SCI 10 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI 31 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI H32 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI 32A with a minimum grade of C

Restrictions: School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment

Introduction to design principles for Internet of Things applications. Prototyping, design, and evaluation of physical computing applications, smart environments, embedded systems, and future computing scenarios. Includes hands-on in-class laboratory exercises. Materials Fee

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 151 Project Management

Units

4

Prerequisite

SWE 43 or GDIM 61

Restrictions: School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment

Introduces theoretical and practical aspects of project management. Topics include organizational theory, group behavior, project management skills, case studies, personal and group productivity tools, management of distributed work, stakeholders, consultants, and knowledge management. Students do a project exercise.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

IN4MATX 153 Design of Social and Interpersonal Technologies

Units

4

Prerequisite

(IN4MATX 161 or SWE 43) and (I&C SCI 31 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI H32 with a minimum grade of C)

Restrictions: Informatics majors, Software Engineering majors, and Business Information Management majors have the first consideration for enrollment. School of Information and Computer Sciences students only

Considerations around the design of technologies beyond the individual. Topics may include social media, messaging and communication, feeds, algorithmic recommendations, privacy, and access.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 161 Social Analysis of Computing

Units

4

Prerequisite

I&C SCI 10 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI 31 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI 32A with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI H32 with a minimum grade of C or ENGR 10 with a minimum grade of C or EECS 10 with a minimum grade of C or ENGRMAE 10 with a minimum grade of C. Satisfactory completion of the Lower-Division Writing requirement

Restrictions: School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment

Examines current computing technologies and their consequences at the individual, group, community, and societal level. Topics may include privacy, trust, identity, reputation, governance, ethics, social justice, and culture.

Offered: Fall 2026 (4 sections)

IN4MATX 162 Information Systems in Organizations

Units

4

Prerequisite

I&C SCI 10 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI 31 with a minimum grade of C or I&C SCI H32 with a minimum grade of C or GDIM 31 with a minimum grade of C

Restrictions: Informatics majors and Software Engineering majors have the first consideration for enrollment. School of Information and Computer Sciences students only

Introduction to role of information systems in organizations, components and structure of organizational information systems, and techniques used in information systems analysis, design, and implementation.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 163 Project in Organization Analysis of Information Systems

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 162 or IN4MATX 162W

Restrictions: Informatics majors, Software Engineering majors, and Business Information Management majors have the first consideration for enrollment. School of Information and Computer Sciences students only

Students undertake a project in analyzing the use of information systems in organizations. Introduces research methods such as observation, interviewing, and document analysis. Students gain experience with techniques including jotting, writing field notes, qualitative coding, and memoing.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 164 Children's Learning and Media

Units

4

Prerequisite

Satisfactory completion of the Lower-Division Writing requirement

Same as EDUC 130

Restrictions: Education Sciences majors, Informatics majors, and Game Design and Interactive Media majors have the first consideration for enrollment. School of Information and Computer Sciences students only

Examines how popular media may impact how young people learn, develop, and communicate by looking at research related to the impacts of a wide range of popular media including television, video games, digital environments, mobile devices, and other multimedia.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 171 Introduction to Health Informatics

Units

4

Prerequisite

WRITING 60 with a minimum grade of C or WRITING 30 with a minimum grade of C or WRITING 31 with a minimum grade of C or HUMAN 1C with a minimum grade of C or HUMAN H1C with a minimum grade of C

Same as PUBHLTH 105

Restrictions: Satisfactory completion of the Lower-Division Writing requirement

Broad overview of medical informatics for students with varied backgrounds. Electronic medical records, online resources, mobile technologies, patient safety, and computational design. Legal, ethical, and public policy issues. Health systems management. Evaluation and fieldwork for health systems.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

IN4MATX 172 Project in Health Informatics

Units

4

Prerequisite

PUBHLTH 105 or IN4MATX 171

Same as PUBHLTH 106

Students undertake significant quarter-long projects related to health informatics. Topics may include field evaluations of health care technologies, prototypes, iterative design, and system implementations.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 173 Consumer Health Informatics

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 171 with a minimum grade of C or PUBHLTH 105 with a minimum grade of C

Same as PUBHLTH 109

Repeatability: May be taken for credit 3 times

Restrictions: Public Health majors, Health Informatics minors, and School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment

Consumer health informatics is a subfield of health informatics aimed to empower healthcare consumers through a variety of consumer-facing technologies. Covers health behavior change, health literacy, social support, and the design, evaluation, and implementation of major technological applications.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 174 Health Data Analytics

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 171 with a minimum grade of C or PUBHLTH 105 with a minimum grade of C

Same as PUBHLTH 110

Restrictions: Public Health majors and School of Information and Computer Sciences students have the first consideration for enrollment

The increasing availability of electronic heath data provides an unprecedented opportunity to use data-driven approaches to improve human health. Equips students with essential skills in curating, managing, and analyzing health data, focusing on electronic health records.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 190 Special Topics in Informatics

Units

4

Prerequisite

Prerequisites vary

Repeatability: May be taken unlimited times as topics vary

Studies in selected areas of informatics. Topics addressed vary each quarter.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 191A Senior Design Project

Units

4

Prerequisite

SWE 113 and SWE 121 and IN4MATX 131 and IN4MATX 151

Restrictions: Seniors, Software Engineering majors, and Informatics majors have the first consideration for enrollment

Group supervised project in which students analyze, specify, design, construct, evaluate, and adapt a significant information processing system. Topics include team management, professional ethics, and systems analysis.

Offered: Fall 2026 (2 sections)

IN4MATX 191B Senior Design Project

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 191A. In Progress (IP) grade for IN4MATX 191A is also accepted

Restrictions: Seniors only

Group supervised project in which students analyze, specify, design, construct, evaluate, and adapt a significant information processing system. Topics include team management, professional ethics, and systems analysis.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX H198 Honors Research

Units

4

Prerequisite

Satisfactory completion of the Lower-Division Writing requirement

Repeatability: May be taken unlimited times

Restrictions: Campuswide Honors Collegium only. School of Information and Computer Sciences Honors students only

Directed independent research in Informatics for honors students.

Offered: Fall 2026 (40 sections)

IN4MATX 199 Individual Study

Units

2-5

Repeatability: May be taken unlimited times

Individual research or investigation under the direction of an individual faculty member.

Offered: Fall 2026 (40 sections)

IN4MATX 201 Research Methodology for Informatics

Units

4

Introduction to strategies and idioms of research in Informatics. Includes examination of issues in scientific inquiry, qualitative and quantitative methods, and research design. Both classic texts and contemporary research literature are read and analyzed.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

IN4MATX 203 Qualitative Research Methods in Information Systems

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 261 with a minimum grade of B- or IN4MATX 251 with a minimum grade of B-

Introduction to qualitative research methods used to study computerization and information systems, such as open-ended interviewing, participant observation, and ethnography. Studies of the methods in practice through examination of research literature.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 205 Quantitative Research Methods in Information Systems

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 251 with a minimum grade of B- or IN4MATX 261 with a minimum grade of B-. Basic knowledge of elementary statistics is also required

Quantitative research methods used to study computerization and information systems. Design of instruments, sampling, sample sizes, and data analysis. Validity and reliability. Longitudinal versus cross-sectional designs. Analysis of secondary data. Studies of the methods through examination of research literature.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 207S Doctoral Seminar on Research and Writing

Units

2

Grading Option: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only

Repeatability: May be taken unlimited times

Doctoral seminar centered on original research and writing. Provides a chance for doctoral students at all levels to present original work, brainstorm ongoing issues, and learn to provide and receive critical feedback from peers.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 209S Seminar in Informatics

Units

2

Repeatability: May be taken unlimited times as topics vary

Current research and research trends in informatics. Forum for presentation and criticism by students of research work in progress.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

IN4MATX 231 User Interface Design and Evaluation

Units

4

Introduction to the design and evaluation of user interfaces, with an emphasis on methodology. Cognitive principles, design life cycle, on-line and off-line prototyping techniques. Toolkits and architectures for interactive systems. Evaluation techniques, including heuristic and laboratory methods.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 232 Research in Human-Centered Computing

Units

4

Prerequisite

Some familiarity with HCI principles

Introduction to contemporary topics in human-computer interaction, including methods, technologies, design, and evaluation. Emerging application domains and their challenges to traditional research methods. Advanced architectures and technologies. Critical issues.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 241 Introduction to Ubiquitous Computing

Units

4

Same as COMPSCI 248A

The "disappearing computer" paradigm. Differences to the desktop computing model: applications, interaction in augmented environments, security, alternate media, small operating systems, sensors, and embedded systems design. Evaluation by project work and class participation.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 244 Introduction to Embedded and Ubiquitous Systems

Units

4

Prerequisite

I&C SCI 51 and COMPSCI 152 and COMPSCI 161 and (I&C SCI 6N or MATH 3A or MATH 6G or I&C SCI 6D). B.S. degree in Computer Science is also accepted

Same as COMPSCI 244

Embedded and ubiquitous system technologies including processors, DSP, memory, and software. System interfacing basics; communication strategies; sensors and actuators, mobile and wireless technology. Using pre-designed hardware and software components. Design case studies in wireless, multimedia, and/or networking domains.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

IN4MATX 251 Computer-Supported Cooperative Work

Units

4

The role of information systems in supporting work in groups and organizations. Examines various technologies designed to support communication, information sharing, and coordination. Focuses on behavioral and social aspects of designing and using group support technologies.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 261 Social Analysis of Computing

Units

4

The social and economic impacts of computing and information technologies on groups, organizations, and society. Topics include computerization and changes in the character of work, social control and privacy, electronic communities, and risks of safety-critical systems to people.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

IN4MATX 263 Computerization, Work, and Organizations

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 251 with a minimum grade of B- or IN4MATX 261 with a minimum grade of B-

Selected topics in the influence of computerization and information systems in transforming work and organizations. Theories of organization and organizational change. Processes by which diverse information technologies influence changes in work and organizations over short and long time periods.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 265 Theories of Information Society

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 251 with a minimum grade of B- or IN4MATX 261 with a minimum grade of B-

Social and economic conceptions of information technology. Macrosocial and economic conditions that foster changes in information technologies. Social construction of information and computer technology in professional worlds. Theories of information technology and large-scale social change.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 267 Digital Media and Society

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 251 or IN4MATX 261

Selected topics in the technological and social aspects of online interactions, and policy including online games, social media, electronic activism, e-commerce, and digital libraries. Media-theoretic approaches to digital technology. Architectures, infrastructure considerations, and their consequences.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 273 Information Technology in Global Sustainability

Units

4

Explores the relationship between recent developments in information technology and the global transition to sustainability. Topics include the role of IT systems in the provision of human needs and wants (e.g., smart grids, food systems, and other IT-enabled infrastructure).

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 280 Overview of Human-Computer Interaction and Design

Units

4

Restrictions: Master of Human Computer Interaction and Design only

Introduction to human-computer interaction and user-centered design. The material is focused on laying the groundwork for understanding the history, importance, and methods of human-computer interaction and design.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

IN4MATX 281 User Needs Analysis

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 280 with a minimum grade of B-

Restrictions: Master of Human Computer Interaction and Design only

Understanding the user's context, needs, and preferences. Topics include interviews and observations, modeling the context, flow, culture, space, and artifacts involved in an endeavor, ways of aggregating what is found, and presenting these findings to others.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

IN4MATX 282 Design and Prototyping

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 280 with a minimum grade of B-

Introduction to user-centered design and prototyping. Focused on practical methods for interaction design. Topics include the nature of design and the challenges to creating and evaluating good designs, as well specific skills for designing interactive systems.

Offered: Fall 2026 (1 section)

IN4MATX 283 User Experience Evaluation

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 280 with a minimum grade of B-

Restrictions: Master of Human Computer Interaction and Design only

Evaluating prototypes and completed systems. Topics include comparative analysis, laboratory experiments, heuristic evaluation, cognitive walkthroughs, surveys, clickstreams, and help-desk.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 284 Advanced Design and Prototyping

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 282 with a minimum grade of B-

Restrictions: Master of Human Computer Interaction and Design only

Develop and communicate interactive technology design prototypes. Moving concepts from brainstorming and paper prototypes to wireframe and limited functionality mock-ups.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 285 Interactive Technology Studio

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 280 with a minimum grade of B-

Restrictions: Master of Human Computer Interaction and Design only

Technologies and skills required for creating interactive technology prototypes and collaborating with experts in that practice. Covers principles and practices around web and mobile development, compatibility, software libraries, and architectures.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 286 Innovations in HCI and Design

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 280 with a minimum grade of B-

Recent social and technological developments in human-computer interaction and design. Topics will vary as the field progresses but include novel input techniques, novel platforms, and innovations in theory and methods of design.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 287 Capstone Project in HCI and Design

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 283 with a minimum grade of B- and IN4MATX 284 with a minimum grade of B-

Restrictions: Human Computer Interaction and Design majors only

Group project that reinforces all concepts learned in this program, including knowing where user experience work is most appropriate and essential, and executing the appropriate steps.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 288 Capstone Project and Portfolio

Units

4

Prerequisite

IN4MATX 287 with a minimum grade of B-

Completion of capstone projects and development of portfolios. Ideation, critique, development, and critique.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 289 Special Topics in Applying Human-Computer Interaction and Design in Industry

Units

4

Grading Option: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only

Repeatability: May be taken 4 times as topics vary

Restrictions: Human Computer Interaction and Design majors and School of Information and Computer Sciences students only

Selected topics related to understanding and applying human-computer interaction and design concepts and practices within the User Experience industry. Topics addressed vary each quarter.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 290 Research Seminar

Units

2

Grading Option: Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only

Repeatability: May be taken unlimited times

Forum for presentation and criticism by students of research work in progress. Presentation of problem areas and related work. Specific goals and progress of research.

Offered: Fall 2026 (32 sections)

IN4MATX 295 Special Topics in Informatics

Units

4

Repeatability: May be taken unlimited times as topics vary

Studies in selected areas of informatics. Topics addressed vary each quarter.

Not on the Fall 2026 schedule.

IN4MATX 298 Thesis Supervision

Units

2-12

Repeatability: May be taken unlimited times

Individual research or investigation conducted in preparation for the M.S. thesis option or the dissertation requirements for the Ph.D. program.

Offered: Fall 2026 (32 sections)

IN4MATX 299 Individual Study

Units

1-12

Repeatability: May be taken unlimited times

Individual research or investigation under the direction of an individual faculty member.

Offered: Fall 2026 (32 sections)