Who benefits most from this track?

Creative professionals, designers, UX enthusiasts, and anyone keen to integrate AI into innovative, user-centered design workflows.

Do I need prior AI or technical experience?

No advanced AI skills required—just curiosity, a basic understanding of design, and a willingness to explore AI-driven workflows.

How does this track prepare me for the next stages?

By establishing a broad, strategic view of AI in design, it ensures you’re ready to dive deeper into tools, UX practices, and implementation strategies in Tracks 2 and 3.

What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?

When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

AI Foundations & Design Thinking

AI Foundations & Design Thinking

This course is part of AI Powered UI/UX Design Specialization

Instructor: AI CERTs Team

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

9 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

9 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

AI Foundations: Grasp AI concepts and their transformative role in modern design and UX workflows.
Design Thinking: Leverage AI to drive innovative, user-centered problem-solving and creative exploration.
Ethical AI: Learn to apply AI responsibly, addressing ethical considerations in design and UX decisions.
Holistic to Specialized: Build a broad understanding of design and a focused view on AI-enhanced UX practices.

Skills you'll gain

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This course is part of the AI Powered UI/UX Design Specialization

When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Specialization.

Learn new concepts from industry experts
Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
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There are 2 modules in this course

Track 1 of AI Powered UX Design lays the foundation for a transformative learning journey, blending broad design principles with AI-driven insights for user experience. Learners begin with a holistic understanding of creative design, exploring AI fundamentals, design thinking, and ethical practices that shape responsible, user-centered solutions.

This track is the first of three integrated tracks that together form the full AI Powered UX Design certification. Track 1 provides the broad foundational knowledge, which is then expanded in Track 2 and Track 3 into specialized tools, workflows, and strategic implementation for UX and AI-driven design. While there may be minor overlaps between general design and UX topics, this structure ensures a seamless, integrated learning experience that prepares learners to tackle advanced AI-powered design workflows. Through self-paced, hands-on learning, participants develop the ability to integrate AI into creative processes, make data-informed decisions, and apply design thinking with ethical and practical considerations. The AI Powered UX Design certification is awarded upon successful completion of all three tracks, including assessments and the capstone project.

What's included

13 videos1 assignment5 plugins

13 videosTotal 148 minutes

Course Introduction3 minutes
Audio Book: Course Introduction5 minutes
Audio Book: Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Design87 minutes
Podcast: Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Design30 minutes
1.1 Defining AI in the Design Context1 minute
1.2 Impact on Design Processes2 minutes
1.3 Future Implications2 minutes
1.4 AI Visual Design2 minutes
1.5 AI in Content Generation 2 minutes
1.6 AI in User Experience 2 minutes
1.7 Exploring Generative AI Capabilities3 minutes
1.8 Applications in Design Projects1 minute
1.9 Navigating the Challenges1 minute

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Quiz 130 minutes

5 pluginsTotal 75 minutes

Module 1: Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Design15 minutes
Activity: Carousel15 minutes
Activity: Multiple Choice15 minutes
Activity: True OR False15 minutes
Activity: Let's Check your Knowledge15 minutes

What's included

12 videos1 assignment5 plugins

12 videosTotal 184 minutes

Course Introduction3 minutes
Audio Book: Course Introduction6 minutes
Audio Book: Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Design124 minutes
Podcast: Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Design20 minutes
2.1 Defining AI4 minutes
2.2 Evolution of AI 3 minutes
2.3 Nuances of AI 5 minutes
2.4 Revolutionizing Design Processes5 minutes
2.5 Boosting Creativity 3 minutes
2.6 Personalization Power2 minutes
2.7 Privacy and AI2 minutes
2.8 Fairness and Transparency in AI2 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 30 minutes

Quiz 230 minutes

5 pluginsTotal 75 minutes

Module 2: Foundations of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Design15 minutes
Activity: Tab15 minutes
Activity: Drag and Drop15 minutes
Activity: Problem Statement15 minutes
Activity: Let's Check your Knowedge15 minutes

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Frequently asked questions

A solid foundation in AI-driven design, ethical considerations, and design thinking—setting the stage for specialized UX skills in later tracks.

Some concepts appear in both general design and UX contexts, but this overlap is intentional—reinforcing knowledge for a seamless learning journey.

Fully self-paced. Complete Track 1 at your own speed, typically in ~2 weeks, before moving to Track 2.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.