Mobile and Web User Experience Design
User experience design is one of the fastest growing and dynamic sectors in the digital media industry.
- Learn part-time online and gain the skills to excel at designing effective and seamless user interfaces
- Benefit from supportive and experienced facilitators who are active in their industry
- Courses are built with flexibility in mind and can be accessed anytime and from anywhere
Program Availability and Schedule
Availability
Availability varies by course. Click here to view availability for courses in this program.
Schedule
Given the part-time delivery of this program, there is not a standard schedule for all learners.
Program Summary
Credential
Program Code
Area of Interest
Through case studies, online discussions and applied learning activities and assignments, learners apply user experience design principles, methodologies and tools to improve the organization of information and the intuitiveness of mobile and web experiences and interactions between people, products and services.
Targeted towards professionals in fields, such as web, software and mobile development, social media, marketing, graphic design and industrial design, learners broaden their existing practice, expand career opportunities and stay current in emergent trends and best practices in the field of user experience design....(read more)
Overview
User experience design is one of the fastest growing and dynamic sectors in the digital media industry. Ease-of-use is increasingly becoming a competitive business advantage as customers expect products and services to be intuitive and user-friendly. This online College Certificate program explores the structural, informational and psychological aspects of successful user interfaces for mobile, desktop and web applications.
Through case studies, online discussions and applied learning activities and assignments, learners apply user experience design principles, methodologies and tools to improve the organization of information and the intuitiveness of mobile and web experiences and interactions between people, products and services.
Targeted towards professionals in fields, such as web, software and mobile development, social media, marketing, graphic design and industrial design, learners broaden their existing practice, expand career opportunities and stay current in emergent trends and best practices in the field of user experience design.
To qualify for this certificate, learners must complete the program within one year.
SUCCESS FACTORS
This program is well-suited to learners who:
- Possess strong written and visual communication skills.
- Are creative and enjoy problem-solving and innovation.
- Are self-directed in online learning environments.
- Enjoy interacting with others in virtual group settings.
- Are familiar with web and mobile development and trends.
- Are interested in the digital media field.
Courses
Registration Note:
If you would like to take courses individually or start the program part time, you are not required to apply to the program. You can register for up to three courses per term by clicking on the course title and selecting "Register Online".
Online  |
| Course Number | Hours | Course Name | Summer |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAD1000 | 42.0 | User Experience and Interface Design | |
| MTM1010 | 42.0 | Web and Mobile Design Techniques | |
| MAD1010 | 42.0 | User Experience Analysis | |
| MAD1020 | 42.0 | User Interface Evaluation | |
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
MAD1000 User Experience and Interface Design
In the modern business environment, products and services that are intuitive, easy to use and satisfy customer needs are critical for success in the marketplace. Using a practical, applied approach, learners develop a thorough understanding of the user experience design field, from requirements gathering methodologies to interaction design tools and user interface evaluation. Learners apply design principles and rules to create useful and compelling interfaces for the web and mobile environments, with a focus on the end user experience.
MTM1010 Web and Mobile Design Techniques
Learners design product and service apps in a flexible, iterative process drawing from the psychology and cognitive science disciplines, as well as software engineering. Learners bring a design to life through a combination of prototyping techniques, styles and tools. Learners build effective prototypes of their designs regardless of artistic talent, access to special software or programming ability. Design guidance and rationale including user interface standards, style guides, design principles and accessibility are examined to improve the user experience.
Pre-requisites: MAD1000
MAD1010 User Experience Analysis
User-centred design focuses on people, their work, their environments and how technology can best be deployed to support them. The secret to successful design thus lies in understanding the user within an overall context. Learners employ research techniques to determine user characteristics and limitations relevant to interface design. Learners base their user-centred designs on user profiles, personas, task analysis and environmental aspects.
Pre-requisites: MAD1000
MAD1020 User Interface Evaluation
Validating the design is essential to the success of any application. The goal of user interface evaluations is to make products and services more usable, easy to learn and intuitive for the user. Learners create an evaluation strategy and validate user interfaces using evaluation techniques and usability testing.
Pre-requisites: MAD1000
Careers & Pathways
Careers
This program enables industry professionals, such as mobile app designers, graphic artists, software developers, product managers, web programmers, team leaders, marketing directors, content strategist, quality assurance specialists and information architects to actively participate in the design process for the products or services relevant to their organization.
Successful completion of the program expands their career opportunities and allows them to stay current in emergent trends and best practices in the field of user experience design. Graduates may also work as self-employed entrepreneurs in the digital media industry.
Pathways
Please use our Pathways tool to search for pathway options.
Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- Apply the concepts, principles and techniques associated with user experience (UX) design.
- Design a user interface in a flexible, iterative way with a focus on users` goals, tasks and environments.
- Create user profiles based on analysis of user tasks, activities and environments.
- Evaluate and improve interface designs using input from user feedback and by applying UX best practices.
- Communicate UX design outcomes and evaluation findings to stakeholders and clients.
Tuition & Fees
2023/2024 Academic Year
Fees are subject to change.
Fees for part-time programs are charged on a course-by-course basis and are published on each individual course page. For questions related to fees, please call the Registrar's Office at 613-727-0002.
Graduation Fee
Once you have completed all the courses in the program, it is the responsibility of the student to complete a credential application (https://www.algonquincollege.com/online/certificationgraduating/). A graduation fee is charged when the application is submitted. After your credential application has been approved, you will be invited to Convocation.
Admissions Requirements
All applicants must satisfy both College Eligibility and Program Eligibility requirements.
College Eligibility
The following requirements are recommended to ensure success in the program:
- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent; OR
- Academic and Career Entrance (ACE) certificate; OR
- General Educational Development (GED) certificate; OR
- Mature Student status (19 years of age or older and without a high school diploma at the start of the program).
Program Eligibility
The following requirements are recommended to ensure success in the program:
- English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
- It is recommended applicants with international transcripts have the following IELTS or TOEFL scores to ensure success: IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT) Overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20; OR Duolingo English Test (DET) Overall 105, minimums of 105 in Literacy and 85 in Production.
Application Information
Registration Note:
If you would like to take courses individually or start the program part time, you are not required to apply to the program. You can register for up to three courses per term by clicking on the course title and selecting "Register Online".
Additional Information
Program Resources
International students wishing to study online should visit https://www.algonquincollege.com/online/international for information related to International online students and for International fees information prior to registering. Please note that AC Online programs do not qualify international students for new study permits or study permit extensions.
Previous training or related work experience in the field, such as web, software and mobile development, social media, marketing, graphic design and industrial design is required.
PRIOR LEARNING AND RECOGNITION (PLAR)
Students who wish to apply for PLAR need to demonstrate competency at a post-secondary level in all of the course learning requirements. Evidence of learning achievements for PLAR candidates may include a comprehensive challenge examination and/or completion of a portfolio.
ACADEMIC PLANNER
The Academic Planner provides registered part-time students the ability to declare into a program of study. The Academic Planner outlines successfully completed courses to date, as well as courses that need to be completed in order to meet graduation requirements. It is therefore, essential that all part-time students declare to their program of study, allowing administrators to plan course offerings. The tool is available on ACSIS, located under 'Part-time Studies' on the left-hand toolbar.
PROGRAM PROGRESSION:
As per policy AA39: Program Progression and Graduation Requirements when students are admitted to a program, they are assigned to the Program of Study that aligns with their start date. If a student takes a break for two or more consecutive terms the Program of Study is reset to align with the current version (when studies are resumed).
Contact
For additional information, please contact AC Online at online@algonquincollege.com or 613-727-4723 ext. 3330.