Program Overview

User Experience Design Certificate

The User Experience (UX) Design Certificate is a 3-course program that provides students with a foundation in the tools and techniques of UX Design. This specialization is applicable to various fields, including web, mobile applications, personal computers, and other devices, with the goal of crafting a meaningful and relevant experience specific to the product.

Overview

The certificate is designed to equip students with the skills necessary to either earn a position in UX Design or advance their careers in the field. Students learn how to conduct field research, objectively evaluate UX Designs, and take UX Design from concept-to-prototype using appropriate tools, including personas, task models, and user journey mapping. The application of UX Design in business strategy is also explored.

Curriculum

The certificate requires the completion of the following courses:

• CPST 248: User Experience Design Fundamentals (3 hours)
• CPST 249: User Experience Design Tools and Techniques (3 hours)
• CPST 341: User Experience Design to Drive Business (3 hours) Total Hours: 9

Optional courses include:

• CPST 265: Special Topics (1-3 credits) - a directed study where students complete a UX Design project for a community non-profit organization or another client under the guidance of a faculty member.

Suggested Sequence of Courses

The School of Continuing and Professional Studies provides a high-touch advising model to incorporate the professional and educational outcomes of the student, as well as any transfer credit accepted. Advisors work directly with students to determine an appropriate sequence of courses based on their needs and expected time to completion.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the certificate, candidates will be able to:

• Critique website aesthetics, accessibility, and usability, and apply graphic design principles to strategically align business objectives with UX Design goals by effectively utilizing the User Experience (UX) Design process.
• Effectively apply the User Experience (UX) Design process, utilizing personas, task models, and user journey mapping techniques, to connect and align business objectives with UX Design goals.