Software Architecture and Design vs Psychology of HCI class
- by Joey Green
I have two classes to choose from and I'm wanting to get an opinion from the more experienced game devs which might be better for someone who wants to be an indie game dev.
The first is a Software Architecture and Design course and the second is a course titled Psychology of HCI. I've previously have taken a Software Design course that was focused only on design patterns. I've also taken an Introduction to HCI course.
Software Architecture and Design Description
Topics include software architectures, methodologies, model representations, component-based design ,patterns,frameworks, CASE-based desgins, and case studies.
Psychology of HCI Description
Exploration of psychological factors that interact with computer interface usablilty. Interface design techniques and usability evaluation methods are emphasized.
I know I would find both interesting, but my concern is really which one might be easier to pick up on my own. I know HCI is relevant to game dev, but am un-sure if the topics in the Software Architecture class would be more for big software projects that go beyond the scope of games.
Also, I'm not able to take both because the overlap.
