Product Design
Overview
The Product Design Course Presented By Toko Academy Is A Comprehensive Program Designed To Introduce Students To The Principles And Practices Of Product Design.
The Course Is Divided Into Six Modules, Each Focusing On Different Aspects Of Design Thinking, User-Centered Design, And The Product Development Process.
Course Objectives
The Primary Objectives Of This Course Are To:
- Introduce The Fundamentals Of Product Design, Including Its Definition, Scope, And Opportunities In Various Industries.
- Provide An Overview Of Design Thinking And User-Centered Design Methodologies.
- Teach User Research Techniques, Including Surveys, Interviews, And Empathy Mapping.
- Guide Students In Developing Design Concepts Through Brainstorming, Sketching, And Prototyping.
- Explore The Principles Of Ui/Ux Design, Focusing On Usability, Accessibility, And User Experience.
- Build Skills In Iterative Design And Usability Testing To Improve Design Solutions.
- Enable Students To Create A Professional Portfolio Showcasing Their Product Design Projects.
Course Outline
Week 1 - Introduction To Product Design
- Understanding Product Design: Definition, Scope, And Opportunities
- Overview Of Design Thinking And User-Centered Design
- Tools And Software For Product Design (E.G., Figma, Sketch)
- Assignment: Research And Analyze A Product You Use Daily—Identify Its Strengths And Weaknesses.
Week 2 - User Research And Empathy Mapping
- Conducting User Research: Surveys, Interviews, And Observations
- Creating Personas And Empathy Maps
- Analyzing Research Data To Define Problems
- Assignment: Develop An Empathy Map For A Specific User Group
Week 3 - Ideation And Concept Development
- Brainstorming Techniques And Ideation Frameworks
- Sketching And Wireframing: Basics And Best Practices
- Prototyping Concepts: Low-Fidelity Prototypes
- Assignment: Create Wireframes For A Mobile App Or Website Concept
Week 4 - Design Principles And Ui/Ux Fundamentals
- Principles Of Good Design (E.G., Consistency, Usability, Accessibility)
- Basics Of User Interface (Ui) Design: Layouts, Typography, Colors
- Fundamentals Of User Experience (Ux) Design: Flow And Navigation
- Assignment: Design A High-Fidelity Mockup For A Chosen Concept
Week 5 - Iterative Design And Usability Testing
- Conducting Usability Tests: Methods And Tools
- Gathering Feedback And Iterating On Design
- Incorporating Feedback Into Prototypes
- Assignment: Revise Your Prototype Based On Peer Feedback
Week 6 - Final Project And Presentation
- Work On Final Project: Comprehensive Product Design Workflow
- Preparing A Portfolio: Documenting And Presenting Designs
- Deliverable: Submit A Complete Product Design Project, Including Research, Wireframes, Prototypes, And Final Mockups
Course Outcomes
By The End Of This Course, Students Will Be Able To:
- Understand The Foundations Of Product Design And Its Applications In Various Industries.
- Conduct User Research And Create Empathy Maps To Guide Design Decisions.
- Develop Design Concepts Through Brainstorming, Sketching, And Wireframing.
- Apply Ui/Ux Design Principles To Create User-Friendly And Accessible Designs.
- Test And Refine Prototypes Through Usability Testing And Iteration.
- Present A Comprehensive Design Project, Including Research, Ideation, And Final Designs.
- Build A Professional Portfolio That Demonstrates Product Design Expertise.
Expert Instructors
Oladele Precious
Instructor