Faculty Syllabus

Course Description:

This Student will learn to resolve complex interface issues through the study and application of a wide range of UI concepts and techniques. Topics include app design, interaction and visual design, effective human communication, and design for software. Design process, procedures, terminology, and industry standard tools for UX/UI design will be utilized.

Course Pre-requisites:

UXUI 1372 User Interface 1, UXUI 1376 Information Architecture, UXUI 2376 Design Research

Textbook

There is no required textbook for this course, but there will be regular online readings and videos.

Supplementary & Optional UI Books:

(Optional) Designing and Prototyping Interfaces with Figma: Elevate your design craft with UX/UI principles and create interactive prototypes by Fabio Staiano (Author)

Atomic Design by Brad Frost

Inclusive Design for a Digital World by Regine M. Gilbert

Online Resources

• Online readings
• ACC Google Apps: 
  • Gmail 
  • Drive 
  • Calendar 
  • Hangouts
• Course Blackboard Site 

Tools

• Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
• Figma 
• Optional but highly recommended: Sketchbook 
• Black sharpies - recommended

Competency 1: UI Foundations & Trends 

Competency 2: Design Systems & Component Libraries

Competency 3: Interactive Prototyping & UI Development

Competency 4: Accessibility & Inclusive Design

Competency 5: AI & Automation in UI Design

• Expand knowledge of UI principles with modern trends (AI, dark mode, etc.)
• Develop proficiency in prototyping tools such as Figma
• Implement responsive and interactive UI components
• Explore real-world UI applications, including web and mobile design
• Apply usability testing and iteration in the design process