skilldevelopment.cpe@lpu.co.in

What you'll learn

This 25-day summer training program on Design Thinking & Figma Prototyping is designed to equip participants with the mindset and skills needed to solve real-world problems through user-centered design. The course begins with a deep dive into the principles of Design Thinking, including empathy, ideation, and problem definition, and gradually transitions into hands-on training in UI/UX design using Figma, a leading industry tool. Through interactive sessions, collaborative projects, and practical assessments, participants will learn how to conduct user research, generate innovative ideas, create wireframes, build interactive prototypes, and test their solutions for usability. By the end of the course, learners will be able to apply the full cycle of design thinking to develop functional and visually engaging digital interfaces. This program is ideal for students and faculty who wish to enhance their creative problem-solving, product design, and prototyping capabilities in a structured and experiential format.

  • Empathize and Define
  • Explore creative techniques such as brainstorming, SCAMPER, mind mapping, and Crazy 8 to generate a wide range of innovative ideas. Learn how to synthesize and cluster ideas using affinity mapping and evaluate concepts based on user value and feasibility.
  • Get hands-on with Figma, a leading tool for UI/UX design. Master the basics of wireframing, layouts, color theory, typography, and design systems. Build reusable components and start creating visually appealing, functional interface designs.
  • Learn to transform static designs into interactive prototypes with Figma. Implement micro-interactions, transitions, and clickable flows. Understand the fundamentals of usability testing, design heuristics (including Nielsen’s 10 usability principles), and gather feedback for iterative improvements.
  • Apply everything you've learned in a final design sprint, working on a complete UI/UX solution to a real-world problem. Collaborate in teams, present your prototypes, receive feedback, and showcase your creative and technical skills during the closing demo session.

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Pushpendra Kumar Pateriya
Assistant Professor

Pushpendra Kumar Pateriya is an academician and administrator currently serving as the Head of the Department (HoD), School of Computer Science and Engineering, Lovely Professional University. With over a decade of experience in higher education, he has been actively involved in teaching, academic leadership, and curriculum development. He has qualified the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) eight times, achieving a highest All India Rank (AIR) of 568, and is also UGC-NET qualified, reflecting his strong academic foundation and subject expertise. Since 2022, he has been actively mentoring students for the GATE examination and is currently handling his fifth batch of GATE preparatory classes. Under his guidance, students have achieved commendable results, including a highest AIR of 351 in Computer Science, demonstrating his effectiveness in competitive exam training. His areas of expertise include Operating Systems, Data Structures, Algorithms, and High-Performance Computing. He has contributed to faculty development programs and technical training initiatives, particularly in domains such as parallel computing, GPU acceleration, and emerging technologies. Pushpendra Pateriya is a strong advocate of outcome-based and industry-aligned education, emphasizing problem-solving, analytical thinking, and hands-on learning. He focuses on preparing students not only for academic excellence but also for competitive examinations and real-world technological challenges. With extensive experience in academic administration and student mentorship, he continues to work towards building a learning ecosystem that promotes innovation, research orientation, and practical skill development.


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Akash Pundir
Assistant Professor

Akash Pundir is an Assistant Professor in the School of Computer Science & Engineering with a strong industry background as a former Full Stack Developer at Capgemini. He has hands-on experience in building and deploying a variety of web applications and is actively engaged in research in Deep Learning at NIT Jalandhar. He was honored with the Best Teacher Award in 2025 by Lovely Professional University for his excellence in teaching and student mentorship. With a passion for innovation and user-centered design, Akash has been training students and faculty in Design Thinking, UI/UX, and Figma-based prototyping, helping learners bridge the gap between creative ideation and practical implementation. His teaching approach emphasizes real-world problem solving and interactive learning. He is also a published researcher, with patents, book chapters, and research papers in reputed Q1 SCI journals, reflecting his commitment to academic and technological excellence.


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Payal Parida
External Expert

Payal Parida is a skilled UI/UX designer and a proud graduate of NIFT (National Institute of Fashion Technology). With a wealth of experience in the design field, she has honed her expertise through years of working with leading institutions like KIIT University and Srinivas University. Passionate about sharing her knowledge, Payal has conducted numerous workshops, empowering others to understand and excel in the world of design. Her unique blend of creativity, technical proficiency, and teaching experience makes her a highly respected figure in the design community.