About this course
Course Overview
This 3-month Figma basics course is tailored for individuals who are new to the world of digital design and want to learn how to use Figma, a powerful design and prototyping tool. Participants will gain hands-on experience in creating designs, prototypes, and collaborative projects using Figma.
Course Duration:** 3 months (approximately 12-15 weeks)
Course Format:
The course is conducted online and includes video tutorials, practical exercises, assignments, and collaborative projects.
Course Curriculum:
Month 1: Introduction to Figma and Interface
- Understanding the Figma interface: tools, panels, and layers.
- Creating and managing projects, files, and frames.
- Importing assets and using Figma's vector tools.
- Working with layers, groups, and organizing your designs.
Month 2: Design Essentials and Collaborative Workflows
- Design principles and best practices.
- Typography: choosing fonts, formatting text.
- Color theory and creating color palettes.
- Collaborative design workflows: sharing, commenting, and real-time collaboration.
Month 3: Prototyping and Interactive Design
- Creating interactive prototypes and transitions.
- Using components and styles for consistent design.
- Designing responsive layouts for different devices.
- Exporting assets for development.
Assessment and Certification:
Participants will complete design projects, interactive prototypes, and collaborative assignments. Successful completion of the course will lead to a Certificate in Figma Basics.
Course Benefits:
- Gain proficiency in using Figma for design and prototyping.
- Learn industry-standard design principles and practices.
- Collaborate effectively with team members using Figma's collaborative features.
- Create interactive prototypes for web and app design projects.
- Enhance your portfolio with Figma-based design work.
Who Should Enroll:
- Individuals interested in learning digital design and prototyping.
- Graphic designers transitioning to digital design tools.
- UX/UI design beginners looking to build a strong foundation.
- Professionals seeking to improve their collaborative design skills.