CGT 134 - Interactive Design UI/UX Overview

Credits: 3
Lecture Contact Hours: 3
Description: This course covers techniques for creating and designing graphical layouts for future User Interface applications. The student will learn the principles of design and functionality as it pertains to User Interface (UI) design and layout and how to create the different image types for User Experiences (UX). The student will also be instructed on the methods of deconstructing a design to generate optimized image assets that can be used later in the implementation of sites UI/UX construction. In addition, skills in design image optimization techniques, color theory and an understanding of platform, optimizing interface usage and maximizing operational processes.

Prerequisites: CGT 109, if not taken previously. CGT 123, if not taken previously. CGT 125, if not taken previously.
Corequisites: None
Recommended: CGT 127, if not taken previously. Computer experience.

Course Category: Occupational
This Course is Typically Offered: Fall Only
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Course Competencies
1. Explain basic UI/UX (User Interface/User Experience) interactive processes such as graphic formats, optimization and effectiveness.

2. Communicate effectively using application skills and awareness of UI/UX.

3. Explain the UI/UX environment, screen design, wire frames and cross platform differences.

4. Distinguish when it is appropriate to use different image types.

5. Deconstruct a design to identify optimal image use for interactive media.

6. Differentiate color usage and color-related design theory.

7. Create clearly defined artwork, user journey and user testing.

8. Explain the limitations of graphics within the UI/UX environment.

9. Explain usability and functionality at a designer’s level.

10. Create a graphical representation of a layout that effectively meets the needs of the client and user.

11. Develop an understanding of style guidelines.