Course Title: Create user interfaces
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term2 2025
Course Code: COMM5472C
Course Title: Create user interfaces
School: 515T Creative Industries
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Program: C5409 - Diploma of Graphic Design
Course Contact: Ruth Wellington
Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 9417
Course Contact Email: ruth.wellington@rmit.edu.au
Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff
Simon Rankin
Nominal Hours: 60
Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.
Pre-requisites and Co-requisites
None
Course Description
This course describes the skills and knowledge required to create a user interface for animation, gaming and/or visual effects products.
National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria
National Element Code & Title: |
CUADIG413 Create user interfaces |
Element: |
1. Clarify project requirements and plan approach |
Performance Criteria: |
1.1 Interpret design brief requirements in consultation with required personnel 1.2 Identify text content and media assets to be integrated into user interfaces 1.3 Determine file output format according to delivery platform requirements of interactive media products 1.4 Identify industry-standard graphics software options 1.5 Discuss and select graphics software with required personnel |
Element: |
2. Produce user interfaces |
Performance Criteria: |
2.1 Develop structure for user interfaces based on design brief using selected graphics software 2.2 Source, create and integrate all graphic interactive components 2.3 Develop user interfaces according to design brief requirements 2.4 Apply principles of user-centred design and standards for accessibility to development of user interfaces 2.5 Document styles for text and presentation for use in style sheets, templates, and themes 2.6 Save user interfaces in required output format that meets technical parameters 2.7 Adopt safe ergonomic practices when using equipment for long periods of time |
Element: |
3. Finalise user interfaces |
Performance Criteria: |
3.1 Plan and implement testing of interface with sample users 3.2 Review user interface testing and evaluate effectiveness of interface components with required personnel 3.3 Discuss additional requirements or modifications to interface with required personnel, and adjust interface as required 3.4 Obtain final agreement on finished designs from required personnel |
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course you will have developed and applied the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate competency in the above elements.
Details of Learning Activities
Learning activities will take place during session activities using industry standard tools and resources. You will complete exercises and industry style projects. You will also be required to undertake independent study and preparation for the sessions.
In session activities will include:
- demonstrations and presentations by teacher
- peer teaching and class presentations
- group discussion
- review and revision
- peer learning
- excursions
- teacher directed group activities/projects
- ‘workshopping’ of student projects including peer/lecturer feedback
Out of session activities will include:
- independent project based work
- online tutorials and activities
- independent research
- studio practice
- review and revision
Teaching Schedule
While all course content will be delivered, the order and mode of delivery may change depending on the availability of specialist facilities and equipment. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher. This unit is co-delivered with CUADIG413 Create User Interfaces.
| 1 | Welcome & Overview: Introduction to User Interface Design | Course overview, Figma introduction, and initial research for Task 1 Part 1: Interface Design Fundamentals App. |
| 2 | Figma Skills Development & Group Research | Advanced Figma techniques (images, frames, fills, masks) and collaborative research for knowledge base development. |
| 3 | Figma Components & Interface Fundamentals | Create reusable components, develop UI elements, and curate research content for app prototype development. |
| 4 | Prototype Finalisation & User Testing | Complete Task 1 Part 1 production, conduct user testing with 2 peers, and submit Interface Design Fundamentals App prototype. |
| 5 | New Assessment & Design Thinking Framework | Introduction to Task 1 Part 2: Client Project, explore industry briefs, and learn design thinking methodology with user empathy focus. |
| 6 | Advanced Figma & User Research | Master interactive actions and constraints while developing personas, user need statements, and initial logo concepts. |
| 7 | Responsive Design & Visual Identity Development | Implement Figma layout features, finalize logo designs in Illustrator, and develop style guide elements including color and typography. |
| 8 | Prototyping & Production | Complete site mapping and wireframing, transition to full Figma prototyping, and focus on project documentation and component creation. |
| 9 | Accessibility & Prototype Enhancement | Implement accessibility standards, enhance prototypes with Figma plugins, and prepare working prototype for user testing. |
| 10 | User Testing & Project Submission | Conduct comprehensive user testing, receive project approval stamp, and submit Task 1 Part 2: Client Project with proper documentation. |
| 11 | Portfolio Development Introduction | Review portfolio requirements, analyze previous student examples, research online portfolio tools, and select projects for inclusion. |
| 12 | Personal Visual Identity Design | Develop personal brand identity, create designer bio content, and produce single-page style guide for portfolio consistency. |
| 13 | Portfolio Mockup Templates | Create at least two Photoshop mockup templates for showcasing design work in 3D context and professional presentation. |
| 14 | Portfolio Website Production | Intensive portfolio development including digital content creation, CMS platform exploration, and one-to-one consultation sessions. |
| 15 | Portfolio Finalisation & Peer Review | Finalise portfolio website, submit live URL to discussion thread for peer feedback, and complete Course Experience Survey (CES). |
| 16 | Final Submission & Assessment | Complete final Task 2 submission to Canvas, receive final consultation feedback, and ensure all assessment criteria are met. |
Learning Resources
Prescribed Texts
References
Other Resources
Prescribed Texts
There are no compulsory prescribed texts in this course. This course has recommended texts listed under ‘References’
You are advised to look at the Learning Lab at myRMIT site for ongoing updated information. A range of learning resources and references are provided throughout the year.
You will require a personal storage device and tools as outlined in tool kit list.
RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through our online systems and access to specialised facilities and relevant software. You will also have access to the library resources.
Amongst the library’s electronic resources is the ability to access linkedin.com/learning for online tutorials and lessons. You may be given these tutorials (and other resources) to supplement your classroom learning. The University Library has extensive resources for Design students. The Library has produced a subject guide that includes quality online and print resources for your studies.
Resources for students studying design programs http://rmit.libguides.com/graphicartanddesign
The Library provides guides on academic referencing Referencing - RMIT University
Subject specialist help via your Liaison Librarian Ask the Library - RMIT University
Overview of Assessment
Assessment for this course is ongoing throughout the semester. Your knowledge and understanding of course content is assessed through participation in class exercises, oral/written presentations and through the application of learned skills and insights. Full assessment briefs will be provided and can be found on CANVAS.
Assessment Tasks
This course has 2 assessment tasks. You are required to demonstrate all learning outcomes to a satisfactory standard.
Due dates for assessment tasks dependent on access to specialist facilities and equipment may change. Please check Canvas regularly as any updates will be communicated by your teacher.
Assessment Task 1: Interface Designs
This assessment task requires you to design and produce 2 user interface projects. You will respond to an industry simulated briefs and use industry standard production tools and methodologies.
Part 1 Due: Week 4
Part 2 Due: Week 10
Assessment Task 2: Portfolio of creative work
This project requires you to produce a personal portfolio website. You will plan, produce and launch a presentation of your own creative work online.
Due: Week 16
Course results/grades which apply to competency-based assessment, are as follows:
CA Competency Achieved
NYC Not Yet Competent
SEC Student Engagement Ceased
Assessment Matrix
An assessment matrix demonstrating alignment of assessment tasks with the relevant Unit of Competency is available from the course contact person (stated above).
Other Information
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Attendance
Your learning experience will involve class-based teaching, discussion, demonstration and practical exercises. It is strongly advised that you attend all timetabled sessions. This will allow you to engage in the required learning activities, ensuring you the maximum opportunity to complete this course successfully.
Feedback
You will receive verbal and written feedback by teacher on your work. This feedback also includes suggestions on how you can proceed to the next stage of developing your projects.
Information about your studies
You can access My Studies through the RMIT website for information about timetables, important dates, assessment dates, results and progress, Canvas etc.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students
Academic Integrity and Plagiarism
RMIT University has a strict policy on plagiarism and academic integrity. Please refer to the website for more information on this policy.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/academic-integrity
Submissions
When submitting work for assessment you are required to complete a declaration of authorship. This must be done for every summative assessment task. This statement acknowledges that you are aware of the plagiarism implications. For non-digital submission use the printed form provided. For digital online submission please use e-Submission process in the Canvas LMS.
On Time Submission and Impact of Late Submission
On time submission is an important factor in your assessment. Employability skills are embedded in all courses and these include Planning & Organising and Self-management. For this reason, late work impacts on your competency assessment.
Submissions that are assessed as Not Satisfactory can be re-submitted once and this is only permitted during the period that the competency is scheduled.
Assessment
Information on assessment including Special consideration, Adjustments to assessment, (eg. applying for an extension of time):
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/assessment-and-exams/assessment
Credit Transfer and Recognition of Prior Learning
Credit transfer is the recognition of previously completed formal learning (an officially accredited qualification).
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment process that allows you to demonstrate competence using the skills you have gained through experience in the workplace, voluntary work, informal or formal training or other life experiences.
Please speak to your teacher if you wish to discuss applying for Credit Transfer or RPL for the unit(s) of competency addressed in this course.
https://www.rmit.edu.au/students/student-essentials/enrolment/apply-for-credit
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