This required interaction design course, the first in a sequence of three, develops an understanding of basic design principles, code language, and software used in the creation of web-based communications. Through assigned projects, students will understand the complex nature of, user interface design and continue to apply an understanding of typographic form, nuance of language based messages, and organizational systems in a dynamic user interface context. The role of the user is introduced. Concepts and techniques of appropriate hardware and interface software are integrated, into exercises that aid in the creation of well-crafted messages applied to informed design solutions (their role/voice in language…).
Credits: 3
Prerequisites: DGD 124, DGD 152 OR DGD 201