Course

10201163 UX Foundations
Course Information
Description
UX Foundations is designed to provide students with a strong foundational understanding of user experience design principles and practices. The course covers the key concepts and techniques necessary to design effective and engaging digital products and experiences. Throughout the course, students will learn about the importance of user-centered design and how to conduct user research to inform design decisions. The course will be hands-on, with students working on projects and assignments that simulate real-world UX design challenges.
Total Credits
3
Prior Learning Assessment
  • None
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Conduct a competitive analysis to evaluate digital products within a market
    Assessment Strategies
    Report
    Written Product
    Criteria
    Identifies direct and indirect competitors
    Analyzes UX strengths, weaknesses, features, and patterns
    Summarizes findings that inform design decisions

  2. Analyze a mobile app using the 10 Usability Heuristics for usability and accessibility
    Assessment Strategies
    Critique
    Report
    Criteria
    Applies Nielsen Norman Group’s 10 Usability Heuristics
    Identifies mobile-specific usability issues in layout, interactions, navigation, gestures
    Evaluates accessibility concerns (contrast, touch targets, readable text, motion, etc.)
    Recommends actionable improvements tied to heuristic findings

  3. Conduct a card sort to improve a site’s navigation and information architecture
    Assessment Strategies
    Project
    Report
    Criteria
    Prepares accurate, clear card labels
    Facilitates open or closed card sort sessions appropriately
    Synthesizes patterns into a revised sitemap or navigation model
    Connects IA improvements to UX heuristics where applicable