Human Centered Design Courses

Build a Modern Computer from First Principles: From Nand to Tetris (Project-Centered Course)

28 reviews

Hands-on journey to build a modern computer system from logic gates to a functioning general-purpose computer, covering hardware, machine language, and assembly.

• Coursera
• 44 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

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Design: Creation of Artifacts in Society

17 reviews

Learn the fundamental concepts of design and improve your design performance in this broad course. Spanning all domains of design, this 6-week course includes lectures, readings, and weekly design challenges to help you become a better designer.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Fundamentals of Graphic Design

22 reviews

Explore fundamental principles of graphic design through hands-on exercises in imagemaking, typography, composition, color, and shape. Develop practical skills for visual communication and creative expression.

• Coursera
• 15 hours 23 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Human Behavioral Biology

5 reviews

Explore the biological foundations of human behavior, from genetics to neuroscience, covering topics like evolution, endocrinology, sexuality, aggression, and complex psychological phenomena.

• YouTube
• 1 day 13 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Video

International Women's Health and Human Rights

5 reviews

This course focuses on women’s health and human rights issues from infancy through old age, including information about positive interventions relating to those issues. Learners are encouraged to interact with each other through interactive discussions.

• Coursera
• 2 days 8 hours 34 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Causes of Human Disease: Transmitting and Fighting Infection

21 reviews

Learn how pathogens cause infectious diseases, how these diseases are transmitted and how our immune systems respond to infection.

• FutureLearn
• 2 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Ethical Design for Digital Wellbeing and Mental Health

4 reviews

Explores ethical design of technologies for wellbeing and mental health, covering innovative interfaces, biofeedback, and digital tools for depression, stress, and dementia care.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course

Human Rights - Philosophical Inquiries into Nature and Basis

1 review

Explore philosophical inquiries into human rights, examining their nature, basis, and ethical implications. Delve into universal interests, dignity, and the complexities of rights application.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 11 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Archaic Admixture in Human History - Next in Evolution

1 review

Exploring human evolution through genetic analysis, focusing on interbreeding with archaic species like Neanderthals and Denisovans, and its impact on modern human DNA and health risks.

• YouTube
• 32 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Women's Health and Human Rights - A Lifetime of Advocacy

1 review

Explore women's health and human rights with Adrienne Germain, a leader in the international movement. Gain insights on global policy, NGO work, and future challenges in this field.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Beyond the Nature/Technology Divide - Intersections in Urban Design - Lecture 3

1 review

Explorando la intersección entre naturaleza y tecnología en espacios urbanos, infraestructura, arte público y diseño paisajístico a través de perspectivas de expertos en arquitectura, ingeniería y arte visual.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 21 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video

Creative Design, Prototyping, and Testing

21 reviews

Learn key design thinking principles, prototyping techniques, and testing methods to create user-centered products. Develop skills in concept generation, wireframing, and robust design for effective product development and management.

• Coursera
• 11 hours 47 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Fundamental Skills in Engineering Design

20 reviews

Explore engineering design fundamentals, from requirement gathering to problem-solving. Gain hands-on experience with real-world scenarios and develop essential skills for successful project execution and societal impact.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 41 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Causes of Human Disease: Exploring Cancer and Genetic Disease

19 reviews

Explore how the unravelling of genetic code has led to a deeper understanding of genetic diseases and cancer.

• FutureLearn
• 2 weeks, 4 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Design Thinking and Innovation - Talking About Teaching Fall 2014

Explore design thinking and innovation through engaging exercises and real-world examples. Learn problem-solving approaches, overcome functional fixedness, and apply creative principles to develop innovative solutions.

• YouTube
• 1 hour 38 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Video