UI/UX Strategy and Design 1 (VCDP 2315)

This course will give students a strong foundational understanding of the user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design principles designers need to create intuitive and effective websites and apps. Students will gain an understanding of user research and user-centred design approaches and will learn how to use common user-interface elements in designing custom interactive functionalities. Students will improve their skill in problem-solving and will learn to think in systems while working on complex design projects.
Course code: VCDP 2315
Credits: 3.0
Length: 54.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=VCDP&number=2315

Prerequisites

VCDP 1110, VCDP 1115, VCDP 1133, taken prior or concurrently.
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Additional Information

  • UI and UX design principles
  • User research and personas
  • Navigation and information architecture
  • Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and style guides
  • User-interface elements
  • Tasks, scenarios, user journeys, and user flows
  • Usability and accessibility
  • Design thinking
  • Rapid prototyping
  • Feature prioritization
  • Design systems
  • Collaboration strategies

1. Interview with department to discuss previous experience
2. A portfolio assessment of previously completed related work OR
3. The demonstration of skills via the successful completion of 1-4 related projects/assignments similar to those completed in the course, chosen at the discretion of the department

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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