Cognitive task analysis, interface design, and technical troubleshooting

Linda S. Steinberg, Drew H. Gitomer

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Abstract

We propose a model of interface design that makes use of two interdependent levels of cognitive analysis: 1) the study of the criterion task through an analysis of expert/novice differences and; 2) the application of a GOMS analysis to a working interface design. We review this dual analysis in the context of HYDRIVE, a video-disc based intelligent tutoring system designed to facilitate the development of troubleshooting skills for aircraft hydraulics systems. The initial cognitive task analysis enabled the identification of critical troubleshooting skills and troubleshooting procedures. We find, though, that even with an in-depth initial cognitive task analysis, the GOMS interface analysis resulted in significant and beneficial design changes.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationProceedings of the 1st International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces, IUI 1993
EditorsWayne D. Gray, William E. Hefley, Dianne Murray
PublisherAssociation for Computing Machinery
Pages185-191
Number of pages7
ISBN (Electronic)0897915569
DOIs
StatePublished - Feb 1 1993
Externally publishedYes
Event1st International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces, IUI 1993 - Orlando, United States
Duration: Jan 4 1993Jan 7 1993

Publication series

NameInternational Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces, Proceedings IUI
VolumePart F127502

Other

Other1st International Conference on Intelligent User Interfaces, IUI 1993
Country/TerritoryUnited States
CityOrlando
Period1/4/931/7/93

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Software
  • Human-Computer Interaction

Keywords

  • Cognitive task analysis
  • Hydraulics maintenance
  • Intelligent tutoring system
  • Interface design
  • Troubleshooting

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