Simon Fraser University
Engaging the World

Course Outlines

Spring 2022 - IAT 438 E100

User Experience Design (3)

Class Number: 2292

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Jan 10 – Apr 11, 2022: Thu, 4:30–8:20 p.m.
    Surrey

  • Prerequisites:

    Completion of 75 units, including IAT 309W, 333 and 334, with a minimum grade of C-.

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Advanced level course that examines design practice for Interaction and User Experience Designers. Students apply professional industry standards to related strategies from Graphic Design, Visual Design, Interaction Design, Content Strategy and User Interface Design, to develop a rich understanding of client-based product design and service design projects. Portfolio-quality projects will be grounded in design research, and cultural context, and evaluated in rigorous evidence-based design critiques.

COURSE DETAILS:

This course is the “destination course” for the stream of design in SIAT dedicated to the professional practice of User Experience Design in industry.  The outcomes and projects of this course will adhere to these standards - but from the most contemporary, informed and forward-looking position as possible within a given year.  The first projects build advanced learning in design process, framing, developing insights, etc.; as well as graphic design experimentation, dynamic composotion, and art direction. Content design and strategy will form a major focus for the course. Once these fundamtals of good UX Design are in place the projects will develop with good interactions and UI, strong Visual Design within an Interaction Design framework, working in the context of Experience Design and Business strategy, and Brand. A final portfolio-quality project is produced. A strong foundation in design is expected on entry as the course projects assume a high level of expertise with the hard and soft skills of design.

COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:

Developing and ensuring the most up-to-date understanding and skillisets necessary for succesful graduation and employment in the UX Design industry in product and agency environments.

Grading

  • Quizzes 0%
  • Projects 100%

NOTES:

As this is a studio-based class that involves weekly teamwork, students should plan accordingly for the semester to take advantage of the opportunity presented by the course as to professional preparation.

Materials

REQUIRED READING:

1. Massimo Vignelli, “The Vignelli Canon” 

ISBN: 10: 3037782250

2. Newbery + Farnham, “Experience Design: a framework for integrating brand, experience and value"
ISBN: 10: 1118609638

3. Jake Knapp + Google, “Sprint: how to solve big problems and test new ideas"
ISBN: 10: 150112174X

4. Ellen Lupton + Jennifer Cole Philips, “Graphic Design - the New Basics” 
ISBN: 10: 1568987021

Registrar Notes:

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS

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TEACHING AT SFU IN SPRING 2022

Teaching at SFU in spring 2022 will involve primarily in-person instruction, with safety plans in place.  Some courses will still be offered through remote methods, and if so, this will be clearly identified in the schedule of classes.  You will also know at enrollment whether remote course components will be “live” (synchronous) or at your own pace (asynchronous).

Enrolling in a course acknowledges that you are able to attend in whatever format is required.  You should not enroll in a course that is in-person if you are not able to return to campus, and should be aware that remote study may entail different modes of learning, interaction with your instructor, and ways of getting feedback on your work than may be the case for in-person classes.

Students with hidden or visible disabilities who may need class or exam accommodations, including in the context of remote learning, are advised to register with the SFU Centre for Accessible Learning (caladmin@sfu.ca or 778-782-3112) as early as possible in order to prepare for the spring 2022 term.