• Overview of UI/UX Design
  • Differences Between User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design
  • Key Principles of UI/UX Design: Usability, Accessibility, Aesthetics
  • The Design Thinking Process and Human-Centered Design
• Fundamentals of User-Centered Design
  • Understanding User Needs, Behaviors, and Goals
  • Creating User Personas and User Scenarios
  • Building Empathy Maps and User Journey Maps
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• Conducting User Research
  • Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
  • Techniques: User Interviews, Surveys, Focus Groups, Observations
  • Competitor Analysis and Market Research
• Data Analysis and Insights
  • Analyzing Research Data to Identify Key User Pain Points
  • Synthesizing Insights into Actionable Design Recommendations
  • Creating User Stories and Storyboarding
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• Information Architecture
  • Organizing Information for Optimal Usability
  • Creating Sitemaps, Navigation Flows, and Taxonomies
  • Card Sorting Techniques for Structuring Content
• Wireframing and Low-Fidelity Prototyping
  • Basics of Wireframing: Sketches to Digital Wireframes
  • Tools for Wireframing (Balsamiq, Figma, Adobe XD)
  • Developing Low-Fidelity Prototypes for Early Testing
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• Visual Design Fundamentals
  • Principles of Visual Hierarchy, Layout, and Composition
  • Understanding Typography, Color Theory, and Iconography
  • Designing for Different Screen Sizes and Devices (Responsive Design)
• UI Design Tools and Techniques
  • Using Industry Tools: Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch
  • Creating High-Fidelity Mockups and Interactive Prototypes
  • Designing Microinteractions and Animations for Enhanced UX
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• Conducting Usability Tests
  • Planning and Executing Usability Tests: A/B Testing, Remote Testing
  • Gathering User Feedback and Observations
  • Analyzing Test Results to Identify Improvement Areas
• Iterative Design Process
  • Refining Designs Based on Usability Testing
  • Continuous Feedback Loops and Iteration
  • Incorporating User Insights into Final Designs
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• Design Systems and Consistency
  • Building and Using Design Systems for Large Projects
  • Maintaining Consistency Across Multiple Platforms and Devices
  • Using UI Kits and Component Libraries
• Accessibility and Inclusive Design
  • Designing for Accessibility: WCAG Guidelines and Standards
  • Implementing Accessibility Best Practices in UI/UX Design
  • Case Studies on Inclusive Design in Real-World Scenarios
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• Capstone UI/UX Design Project
  • Developing a Comprehensive End-to-End UI/UX Design Project
  • Application of Research, Wireframing, Prototyping, and Usability Testing
  • Presenting the Final Project for Peer and Instructor Review
• Portfolio Building and Career Preparation
  • Assembling a Professional Portfolio with Case Studies
  • Preparing for UX Job Interviews and Freelance Opportunities
  • Networking Strategies, Personal Branding, and Online Presence

This curriculum provides a balanced approach to both UI and UX design, ensuring students gain practical skills in research, design, testing, and iteration. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with a strong foundation in UI/UX principles, hands-on experience, and a professional portfolio, preparing them for roles such as UI/UX Designer, Product Designer, and User Researcher.