Course Overview
This hands-on introduction to UX/UI is aimed at those who want to experience the development of user interfaces for applications, web sites, mobile applications, and information systems. COMP 1011 follows an iterative and agile approach focusing on User-Centered Design (UCD) as the motivator for product direction. Participants are expected to work within interdisciplinary teams, there will be an emphasis on collaboration, brainstorming, and the continued evolution of an interface concept based on UCD. User Experience (UX) encompasses a wide range of activities including User Interface (UI) design, Information Architecture (IA) and user research. Usability design and testing, tight integration and collaboration with software development processes are included in UX. COMP 1011 is required in the Computer Systems Certificate (CSC) and is an elective in several other Computing programs. Upon completion, successful students will be able to incorporate user-centered iterative design principles and processes into a wide variety of IT projects. Note: To ensure student success, COMP 2831 plus COMP 2132 or COMP 2501 should be completed first.
Domestic fees
$628.80 - $657.84 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
International fees are typically 3.4 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate successful practices in User-Centered Design (UCD).
- Explain the relationship between User Experience (UX) Design and the Agile Software Methodology.
- Use personas and user stories to identify features of a digital prototype.
- Prepare and conduct surveys and interviews to prove product validity.
- Propose a supporting information architecture for a digital prototype.
- Identify anti-patterns in User Interface (UI) design and why they are unacceptable.
- Conduct usability testing over several iterations.
- Identify various usability heuristics and how to apply them.
- Demonstrate effective user flows that support intuitive navigation.
- Prepare a value proposition that supports a defensible digital prototype.
- Develop effective prototypes and wireframes using an iterative methodology.
- Identify digital artifacts that support current design preferences in Computing and IT.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2021
Related Programs
UX/UI Development (COMP 1011) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Applied Web Development
Associate Certificate Part-time
- Computer Systems
Certificate Part-time
- Computer Systems
Diploma Part-time
Course Offerings
Fall 2026
Below are two offerings of COMP 1011 for the Fall 2026 term.
CRN 46960
Dates
Sep 15 - Dec 08 Loading
- CRN 46960
- $657.84 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15 - Dec 08 | Tue | 18:00 - 21:00 | Downtown DTC Rm. 364 |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Jon Bantados
Course outline
Important information
- Course is 36 hours on campus. Please Note: Attendance, participation in class and the BCIT Learning Hub are mandatory. You should prepare to spend 2-3 hours on homework for every 1 hour of class time. This course may require an average total time commitment of 9-12+ hours per week. 3 hours of synchronous class time and 6-9+ hours per week for homework. Late registration is not permitted. BCIT Computing is primarily a Microsoft Windows environment. Students must provide their own current model Windows-compatible PC with microphone and video camera. i5 or higher equivalent processor, with 8 GB of RAM minimum, and 256 GB minimum storage. Highspeed internet access is needed for online sections and for homework. Mac users must have the ability to manage and support their iOS computer. They may need to create a virtual Windows environment using Parallels or VMWare Fusion. COMP instructors may not be able to assist Mac users with software compatibility issues. BCIT does not provide access to Parallels or support for students to use a Mac to run Windows. No class September 29 and November 10. The start date has changed from September 08 to September 15. Class meets on September 29. No class November 10.
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CRN 47028
Dates
Sep 16 - Dec 09 Loading
- CRN 47028
- $628.80 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16 - Dec 09 | Wed | 18:00 - 21:00 | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Jon Bantados
Course outline
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- Course is 36 hours synchronous online classes. Please Note: Attendance, participation in class and the BCIT Learning Hub are mandatory. You should prepare to spend 2-3 hours on homework for every 1 hour of class time. This course may require an average total time commitment of 9-12+ hours per week. 3 hours of synchronous class time and 6-9+ hours per week for homework. Late registration is not permitted. BCIT Computing is primarily a Microsoft Windows environment. Students must provide their own current model Windows-compatible PC with microphone and video camera. i5 or higher equivalent processor, with 8 GB of RAM minimum, and 256 GB minimum storage. Highspeed internet access is needed for online sections and for homework. Mac users must have the ability to manage and support their iOS computer. They may need to create a virtual Windows environment using Parallels or VMWare Fusion. COMP instructors may not be able to assist Mac users with software compatibility issues. BCIT does not provide access to Parallels or support for students to use a Mac to run Windows. No class September 30 (Truth & Reconciliation) and November 11 (Remembrance Day). The start date has changed from September 09 to September 16. Class meets September 30 (Truth & Reconciliation). No class November 11 (Remembrance Day).
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