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UI/UX Design Essentials introduces students to the world of User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design, covering foundational concepts, principles, and tools. The course focuses on understanding the differences and connections between UI and UX, conducting basic user research, creating low-fidelity wireframes, and learning about essential design tools like Figma and Adobe XD. By the end of this course, students will be able to design simple interfaces for web and mobile applications, with a basic understanding of color theory, typography, and layout principles.
Key Features:
- Comprehensive introduction to UI/UX design fundamentals
- Hands-on learning with design tools like Figma and Adobe XD
- Step-by-step guidance on wireframing and user journey mapping
- Practical design projects for real-world application
- Suitable for beginners with no prior design experience
Learning Outcomes:
- Understand the basics of UI and UX design, including their roles and significance
- Conduct simple user research and create user personas
- Design low-fidelity wireframes to outline a digital product’s structure
- Apply color theory, typography, and layout principles to UI design
- Use Figma and Adobe XD to create basic user interfaces and interactive prototypes
Enrollment Details:
- Duration: 12 weeks
- Level: Beginner
- Format: Online.
- Prerequisites: None
- Certification: Certificate of completion available
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1Overview of UI and UX Design
Learn the basics of User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) design, including their differences, how they work together, and their importance in creating user-friendly products.
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2History and Evolution of UI/UX Design
Explore the development of UI and UX design over time, including key milestones and trends. Understand the impact of technological advancements on the design industry.
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3Understanding User Needs and Behaviors
Learn how to research and analyze user needs, motivations, and behaviors. Understand the importance of empathy in the design process.
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4User Research and Personas
Explore various user research methods, such as interviews and surveys. Learn to create user personas that represent target audiences.
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5User Journey Mapping
Understand how to map the user journey and identify touchpoints where users interact with a product. Learn to create journey maps to visualize user experiences.
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6Color Theory and Typography Basics
Discover how color and typography influence the user experience. Learn to choose colors and fonts that enhance readability and appeal to users.
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7Layout and Composition Basics
Learn the fundamentals of organizing visual elements on a screen using grids, spacing, alignment, and balance. Understand the role of composition in effective UI design.
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8Getting Started with Figma
Learn the basics of Figma, a popular UI/UX design tool. Understand how to navigate the interface, create shapes, and design basic components.
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9Exploring Adobe XD
Get familiar with Adobe XD for designing and prototyping user interfaces. Learn the basic tools for creating wireframes and simple interactive prototypes.
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10Designing Simple User Interfaces
Create basic user interfaces for web and mobile applications. Learn to apply design principles to improve usability and visual appeal.
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11Creating Low-Fidelity Wireframes
Understand the importance of wireframing in the design process. Practice creating low-fidelity wireframes to outline the structure of a digital product.
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12Building a Basic Style Guide
Develop a style guide with fonts, colors, buttons, and other design elements. Learn to ensure consistency across all UI components.