As humankind shifts from the era of the Personal Computer (PC) to that of machine learning (ML), Artificial Intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming ubiquitous, radically changing the relationship between humans and computing. This course explores the symbiotic relationship between User Experience (UX) design and artificial intelligence (AI), enhancing students’ understanding the core AI methodologies and their relevance in shaping user experiences and their diverse applications in contemporary UX design practices. Students learn about fundamental AI methods and examine how they intersect with and enhance the user-centered design process. Through practical exercises and projects, students learn various machine learning approaches and their application to create next-generation human-AI interfaces to unlock new human capabilities. Furthermore, they will explore practical examples of AI applications in multiple UX design disciplines, such as UI design, gaming, simulations, and robotics, and understand their impact on user engagement and interaction.
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: IXD 621