Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design
This course is the first in a series of seven that will teach you the skills you need to apply to entry-level jobs in UX design. UX designers focus on making the interactions between people and products, such as websites, mobile apps, and physical objects, as usable, enjoyable, and accessible as possible.
In this course, you will learn about the fundamentals of UX design, including:
- What is UX design and why is it important?
- The user-centered design process
- Accessibility and equity-focused design
- The factors that contribute to great UX design
- The job responsibilities of entry-level UX designers
- Job opportunities and career paths in UX
- Design sprints
- UX research methods
- Bias in UX research
You will also complete hands-on activities that simulate real-world UX design scenarios.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Define the field of UX and explain its importance to consumers and businesses.
- Understand foundational concepts in UX design.
- Identify the factors that contribute to great UX design.
- Review common job responsibilities of entry-level UX designers.
- Explore job opportunities and career paths in UX.
- Explain why design sprints are an important and useful part of a UX designer’s work.
- Describe common UX research methods.
- Identify and account for biases in UX research.
| Week 1 | Introducing user experience design |
| Week 2 | Getting to know common terms, tools, and frameworks in UX design |
| Week 3 | Joining design sprints |
| Week 4 | Building a professional presence |