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.
Prerequisites
VCDP 1110, VCDP 1115, VCDP 1133, taken prior or concurrently.
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What you will learn
- 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
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
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 information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.