Course Outline
1. GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Explore the core principles of user-centred design.
Understand the role of ISO9241 as a foundational standard in the field of usability.
Distinguish clearly between usability and user experience.
Learn to accurately identify and articulate user needs and objectives.
2. USER RESEARCH
Identify the key components of a use case.
Develop effective techniques for interviewing target audiences.
Understand the distinction between direct observation and subjective interpretation.
Collect and analyse high-quality user data to inform design decisions.
Refine your research techniques and methodologies for better insights.
3. ILLUSTRATING THE CONTEXT OF USE
Identify the potential users of your product or system.
Develop detailed product personas and interpret their specific needs.
Apply Hick’s Law to understand the relationship between the number of interface choices and cognitive load.
Master the elements required to craft and manage effective user stories.
4. MEASURING USABILITY
Define usability through the lenses of effectiveness, efficiency, and satisfaction.
Leverage behavioural data to evaluate and refine design concepts.
Utilize A/B testing methods to make informed decisions between design alternatives.
Appreciate the strategic value of iterative design processes.
5. INFORMATION ARCHITECTURE
Transform disorganised information into a structured and coherent user experience.
Establish a logical flow between the user and the product or service.
Systematically organise, structure, and label content, functions, and features.
Differentiate between implementation models, mental models, and conceptual models.
6. INTERACTION DESIGN
Describe various user interface design patterns with confidence.
Select appropriate interactive controls for optimal user interface design.
Clearly define and apply the concept of progressive disclosure.
Articulate the differences between interaction design and information architecture.
Recognise the critical importance of consistency in user interface design.
7. VISUAL DESIGN
Develop user interface designs that leverage universal principles of visual design.
Critically evaluate page layouts to distinguish between effective and ineffective designs.
Select the most suitable interactive controls for a given interface context.
Enhance your research insights by applying eye tracking methodologies.
8. INTERFACE PROTOTYPING
Evaluate and select among different prototyping methods, such as paper and digital prototypes.
Clarify the differences between prototypes and sketches.
Explore multiple design solutions before committing to a final approach.
Practically sketch and create paper prototypes.
9. USABILITY EVALUATION
Recall Jacob Nielsen’s usability heuristics and other established usability principles.
Identify the various types of usability evaluation techniques.
Effectively record and document data from usability evaluation sessions.
Assess the usability of systems by applying relevant usability heuristics.
Requirements
There are no specific prerequisites or prior requirements for enrolling in this course.
Testimonials (7)
Bearing in mind what to take into consideration when I design process flows, to ensure the UX will benefit or become easy to implement.
Lineo Nchaba - Revenue Services Lesotho
Course - User Experience (UX) Design
Lecture tried his best ensuring that even the most technical part of the training is well understood by put up a number of examples using the real life examples. I also loved the graphics part. i will be able to apply it in most of my presentation.
DORAH - Vodacom
Course - User Experience (UX) Design
His knowledge and examples shared
Jolandi - Vodacom
Course - User Experience (UX) Design
Building UI/UX and understanding the principles of its creation
Dmytro
Course - User Experience (UX) Design
The engagement sessions where we got to experiment and try our designs
lerato bereng - Vodacom
Course - User Experience (UX) Design
The knowledge Khoebib had on all the relevant subjects
Siddeeq Osman - Vodacom
Course - User Experience (UX) Design
I loved the trainers knowledge around the various UX/UI topics!
