Method
Flexible
Term
SPRING
Units
2.0 QUARTER UNITS
Cost
$720
Skills you will gain
- Create interactive wireframes and prototypes for web and mobile applications
- Design user-centered interfaces with a focus on interactivity and usability
- Apply visual design principles and implement industry-standard design systems
- Explain the full user experience (UX) design process and the role of interaction and visual designers
- Collaborate effectively with team members, including developers, product managers, and other stakeholders
Course Description
In this course, we’ll explore the designer’s role in crafting intuitive and visually compelling user interfaces. You'll master essential design principles, including color theory, typography, layout techniques, branding, and interaction fundamentals, all of which shape user experiences in digital media.
These insights will inform the development of effective design strategies and interactive prototypes that resonate with user needs. The curriculum also covers responsive web and mobile design, optimizing graphics, and incorporating motion design to enhance interactivity. You’ll analyze corporate design systems, understand their role in tech-driven markets, and refine your collaborative skills through projects and potential guest sessions with Silicon Valley professionals, including visual and UX designers and researchers.
This course is ideal for graphic designers, web professionals, product managers, web developers, and anyone aspiring to build foundational skills in designing and prototyping engaging interfaces for digital media.
Apr. 22 - Jun. 3, Wednesday, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
- Flexible Attend in person or via Zoom at scheduled times.
UEWD.X416.(16)
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time | Meeting Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wed, 04-22-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 04-29-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 05-06-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 05-13-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 05-20-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 05-27-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
| Wed, 06-03-2026 | 6:00pm | 9:00pm | Flexible | SANTA CLARA / REMOTE |
This class meets simultaneously in a classroom and remotely via Zoom. Students are expected to attend and participate in the course, either in-person or remotely, during the days and times that are specified on the course schedule. Students attending remotely are also strongly encouraged to have their cameras on to get the most out of the remote learning experience. Students attending the class in-person are expected to bring a laptop to each class meeting.
To see all meeting dates, click "Full Schedule" below.
You will be granted access in Canvas to your course site and course materials approximately 24 hours prior to the published start date of the course.
Required Tools and Materials
- Figma
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
This course applies to these programs:
