CSMC-N103 - User Testing & Launch for Human Centred Design Micto-CredentialUser Testing + Launch is the third micro-credential that completes the Human-Centred Design Series. This micro-credential consists of one intensive course that builds on the research and design knowledge gained from the Empathy + Social Insight for Human-Centred Design and Ideation + Prototyping for Human-Centred Design micro-credentials. Students gain the skills required to conduct user testing, implement design iterations, and complete the final stages of design and development before launching a new product. This stackable micro-credential can be applied towards the User Experience (UX) Design and Development Certificate, the Design, Technology, and Fabrication Skills Certificate, and the Business Skills for Creative Professionals Certificate.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon the successful completion of this micro-credential, students will have gained:
-The ability to describe and embed the design principles of why, where, and how to use these skills
-The ability to apply principles of design thinking into the final stage of a product design
-An intermediate understanding of inclusive and accessible design practices
-The ability to describe and embed the cycle of user research to iterate/validate ideas
-The ability to embed iterative design around constraints
-The ability to conduct user testing, collect feedback, and apply new findings to update assumptions
-An understanding of the relevant components to plan a product launch
-An understanding of the interpersonal and communication skills required to collaborate with production teams and manage stakeholders
-An understanding of the methods of evaluating and monitoring the success of a launch
