This program prepares students for the user experience process of Human-Centered Design for designing and solving business problems. Students will have an understanding of the process that drives UX thinking and fosters skills for collaboration and problem-solving.

The program consists of 3 Courses:

Art 25: Human Centered Design

Art 2500 Human Centered Design Syllabus

This course introduces students to the user experience process of Human-Centered Design for designing and solving business problems. By the end of the course, students will have an understanding of the process that drives UX thinking and fosters skills for collaboration and problem-solving.

Art 26: UX Visual Design

Art 2600 UX Visual Design Syllabus

This course will immerse students in the practice of UX and Visual Design for Digital Interfaces. Students will learn the process for visualizing and designing apps for all platforms. The process includes planning, design thinking, visual design, and interaction design. Emphasis will be placed on learning the UX process, design principles, aesthetics, web and mobile design concepts, color, typography, visual communication, design elements and patterns, and design process from concept to completion.

Art 27: Coding for Designers

Art 2700 Coding for Designers Syllabus

This will be a hands-on course in which students will create coded prototypes with an interactive and responsive interface. In doing so, students will learn and apply technical skills such as HTML/CSS, jQuery, PHP, and a CMS such as WordPress, as well as incorporate Interaction Design and UX Design theories.