Design websites that maximize the user’s positive experience. In this course, you will simulate the work of the design team in implementing user experience design principles when planning a website. You will create user personas and scenarios; site organization and task flows; storyboards, wireframes and prototypes; and conduct usability tests. This course provides a solid introduction to the principles and activities in the UX design field and exposure to software and online tools to help you create user-friendly websites. Prerequisite: basic computer skills, proficiency with Windows and familiarity with the Internet.
For more information, please refer to our course outline.
Recommended Textbook (available through Amazon)
- The Design of Every Day Things, Revised Edition; ISBN-13: 978-0465050659
Technical Requirements
- Computer, Monitor, Speaker, Microphone and Camera
- Internet Connectivity
- Software: Atom, Chrome, Adobe Reader, Figma, Balsamiq or Mockflow (to be downloaded during class time.)
- Email address to access Canvas
Note: Please have the following supplies on-hand prior to the virtual class start date:
- Fine Tip Markers (Sharpie or other)
- Highlighters
- White Printer Paper (Letter size - 8 1/2 x 11)
- Card Stock Paper (Letter or legal size)
- Sticky Notes (Variety of sizes and colors)
- Removable Wall Tape (Painter's or masking tape that will not damage the wall)
- Notepad or Notebook
- Pens
- Glue Stick
- Scissors
- Transparent Scotch Tape
This is the first of two courses in the User Experience (UX) Design Certificate Part 1 (2 Class Series) and the first required course in the User Experience (UX) Design Certificate Program.
For complete details about our User Experience (UX) Design Certificate Program, attend a free UX Design Information Session and/or visit our UX Design Certificate overview.
