(UX/UI) Course

In this traditional classroom-based course, you'll delve into the realm of user interface design, all in pursuit of an answer to the question, "How user-friendly is my website?" To address this question effectively, you'll employ a variety of techniques aimed at gauging your website's level of usability. Usability, in essence, revolves around the ease and speed with which individuals can navigate and utilise a product.

During the course, you'll explore established usability assessment approaches. You'll gain proficiency in evaluating an interface by utilising expert evaluation forms and orchestrating user testing sessions. This course encompasses a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience.

Over the duration of the course, you'll acquire competence in these diverse methods through a combination of theory-based instruction, group discussions, and both individual and collaborative exercises.

Topics Covered in the Introduction To User Experience & Interface (UX/UI) Course

• The course covers a comprehensive range of UI/UX skills, including:
• Essentials of Designing User Interfaces:
• In this section, you'll delve into the foundational aspects of creating effective user interfaces. You'll explore the principles and concepts that form the backbone of user-centric design, focusing on how to craft interfaces that are intuitive and user-friendly.
• Understanding Usability: Needs, Motivation, and Evaluation:
• Here, you'll gain insights into the significance of usability in web design. You'll discover the requirements and motivations behind designing websites that provide exceptional user experiences. Additionally, you'll explore the various metrics and measures used to evaluate usability effectively.
• Assessing Usability Through Expert Evaluation:
• This section focuses on a method known as heuristic evaluation. You'll learn how experts evaluate user interfaces against a set of established usability heuristics. By doing so, you'll be equipped to identify and address potential usability issues in web designs.
• Gathering User-Centric Information:
• Here, you'll discover techniques for collecting valuable user data and feedback. You'll explore methods such as surveys, interviews, and usability testing, all aimed at gaining a deep understanding of your target audience's preferences and needs.
• Defining Requirements and Creating User Personas:
• In this part, you'll learn how to establish project requirements by considering user needs. You'll also delve into the creation of user personas, which are fictional representations of typical users, to guide design decisions and tailor your website to your audience effectively.
• Design Principles Enhancing User-Friendly Interfaces:
• This section focuses on the visual aspects of web design. You'll explore principles of layout, typography, color theory, and visual hierarchy to create aesthetically pleasing and usable interfaces that resonate with your audience.
• Creating Interactive Design Prototypes:
• Here, you'll delve into the process of prototyping, which involves building interactive models of your web design. This step allows you to test and refine your ideas before actual development, saving time and resources in the long run.
• Assessing Usability Through User Feedback:
• In this section, you'll explore user testing, a critical method for evaluating how real users interact with your web designs. You'll learn how to conduct tests, gather user feedback, and make data-driven improvements to enhance the overall user experience.