Sessional Lecturer, Inf1005H - Information Workshop I : Graphic Design In Ux

University of Toronto
Faculty of Information
Sessional Lecturer
Summer Term 2024 (May - August)
INF1005H – Information Workshop I: Graphic Design in UX
Course Description:
Graphic design is a major component of the overall user experience of interactive systems. This workshop will introduce students to Graphic Design elements needed in the design of Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs). Throughout the workshop, students will learn the basic graphical design principles and theories that are essential for effective visual design. Topics will include: alignment, layout, repetition, contrast, colour, and typography; fundamentals of composition; usability and accessibility. The workshop will integrate current software tools and appropriate digital methods for the design of interactivity and user interfaces. This workshop will allow students to: Explain the relationship between user experience and Graphic Design; develop visual vocabularies related to graphical design elements; develop an aesthetic understanding of how Graphic Design impacts the look and feel of user interfaces; and apply graphical design principles and theories to design the skin of graphical user interfaces.
 
ischool.utoronto.ca/course/information-workshop-i/
Estimate of the course enrolment:
25
Estimate of TA Support:
None Anticipated
Class Schedule:
Tuesdays 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (In-person).
You are required to be located in geographical proximity to the applicable University premises in order to attend and perform your duties on University premises as of the Starting Date.
Sessional dates of appointment:
May 1, 2024 - June 30, 2024
Salary:
Sessional Lecturer I: $10,300
Sessional Lecturer I Long Term: $10,764
Sessional Lecturer II $11,021
Sessional Lecturer II Long Term: $11,227
Sessional Lecturer III: $11,279
Sessional Lecturer III Long Term: $11,485
 
Please note that should rates stipulated in the collective agreement vary from rates stated in this posting, the rates stated in the collective agreement shall prevail.
Qualifications:
Preferably candidates will have a completed, or nearly completed, PhD degree in an area related to the course or a Master’s degree plus extensive professional experience in an area related to the course. Teaching experience is preferred.
Brief description of duties:
Preparing course materials; delivering course content (e.g., seminars, lectures, and labs); developing and administering course assignments, tests & exams; grading; holding regular office hours.
Application Deadline:
March 28, 2024
Application Process:
Applicants must submit a CV and a completed
CUPE 3902 Unit 3 application form
in one pdf file to the attention of: 
Jennifer Laurentius, Payroll Administrator
Faculty of Information, 140 St. George Street
University of # job is posted in accordance with the CUPE 3902 Unit 3 Collective Agreement. Preference in hiring is given to qualified individuals advanced to the rank of Sessional Lecturer II and Sessional Lecturer III in accordance with Article 14:12.
All qualified candidates are encouraged ; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.