Students will design a fully functional app using Figma by the end of the semester.
We will conduct user research and learn about the design thinking process!
Fundamentals of App Design And Intro to Figma
Mon-Fri, 4-6PM
Ages 8+
Start Date: 03/09/2026
First Course Change: 04/17/2026
(modifications/accommodations offered by instructor)
Course Focus: Full Semester
Learning Objectives
UI And UX
Classes will discuss the fundamentals of User Experience Design (UX).
User Research
Students will conduct user research within the Robo Hub community.
Wireframing
Students will create paper and digital wireframes of screens.
Prototyping
Students will export playable prototypes using Figma!
Materials
In this class, we will use:
- Laptops for Figma, a design software
- Pencils and paper for sketching and wireframing
- 3D printing to create real-life versions of items from the apps!