Figma Essentials: Design, Create and Play (Online) | Minneapolis College of Art and Design

Figma Essentials: Design, Create and Play (Online)

Learn the basics of Figma, a versatile cloud-based prototyping software that offers the opportunity to explore web, graphic, and UI/UX design in a practical and user-friendly environment. Open to ages 16 and above.

Course Description

Figma is a collaborative user interface design tool to create interactive mobile app and website prototypes, (i.e. a clickable or interactive design). This introductory course is designed to familiarize students with the basic tools and techniques used to develop a Figma prototype. Create small app prototypes to view and share on multiple devices. Play with interactive animations and collaborate with designers using FigJam. All class activities come together in a mini website/app with interactivity like slide-in menus and modal windows.

Open to students ages 16 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This online course is a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions. Students meet online for synchronous class meetings using Google Meet for demonstrations, discussions, exercises, critique and opportunities for students to ask questions and share resources. Asynchronous activities may include readings, video demonstrations and tutorials, online discussions, projects, and critiques. The instructor will have virtual office hours to answer questions and provide individualized feedback and guidance.

Prerequisites

None

Required materials

Supplies

  • pen or pencil
  • notebook or sketchbook

Software
Figma account. Basic account is free. Accounts with additional features may cost between $3-$5 per month.

Hardware
A computer, tablet, or smartphone with internet access, a camera, and microphone for class meetings and to capture and upload work.

Class resources

This class uses Canvas, MCAD’s learning management system. Please see the link for more information.

Class savings

Register on or before August 11 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.

Register

Title
Non-credit Tuition
$495.00
Student Birthdate
  • Date:
    -
  • Time:
    7:00-8:30 p.m. CST
  • Day(s) of the week:
    Thursday
  • Ages:
    Open to students ages 16 and above.
  • Term:
    Fall 2025
  • Instructor: James O'Brien
  • Location:
    Online
  • SKU:
    CSDE 9414 20 FA25

Prerequisites:

None

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Minneapolis, MN 55404

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