Special Topics in Information Science: Visual Design

Instructor Description
In this course, students will learn about the graphic designs role in UX design roles using industry-standard tools, Figma and Adobe Illustrator. This course is meant to engage and push students to think creatively to design and create portfolio-worthy polished designs. Students will learn to craft visually engaging and user-friendly digital experiences. By learning and understanding graphic design principles, including typography, color theory, and layout design, students will develop proficiency in designing and prototyping for a variety of experiences. These skills will be displayed through design exercises and projects.
Course Areas
Human Computer Interaction/UX Design/UX Research
Skills and Knowledge Tags
Proficiency In UX/UI Design Tools
Advanced Graphic Design Techniques
Effective Visual Communication Strategies
Topics and Concepts Tags
UX Graphic Design Principles
Visual Communication
Figma And Adove Illustrator Mastery