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Overview

This unit explores the building blocks of graphic and visual design.  The emphasis is on skill building

  • Section 01 Image and Reproduction Basics
    • basic types of computer images
    • traditional methods for creating and reproducing images
    • computer-based methods of reproducing images
  • Section 02 Introduction to Graphic Design
    • elements of visual design
    • principles of visual design
    • typography
    • basic page layout
  • Section 03 Technical Drawings and Illustrations
    • technical illustration techniques
    • technical drawing techniques
    • create technical illustration sketches (pencil/pen) and drawings (with software)
  • Section 04 Document Design
    • content creation (copy/graphics)
    • content organization
    • document layout planning (sketches)
    • document production (manual and computer-based)
  • Section 05 Introduction to Web Design
    • web-page structure
    • web-site structure
    • web-production and management
    • media and interactivity