GRAD-5106 Basic Design-II 3(0-3)

GRAD-5106 Basic Design-II 3(0-3)

Course Description:

The course objective is to familiarize students with design tools and design principles of organization. Students are expected to transfer them into different steps by adding their identical peculiarities. By this way, students can perceive their rights, responsibilities in designing with the problems in a sequence to gain a consciousness about the subject matters, their role in their professional life and create abstract foundations fit to any case. Introducing students to basic design through lecture and class discussion, areas of focus include using basic shapes, letterforms, imagery, colour, and the basic principles of composition. Students develop an eye for visual design through a series of creative assignments that expose them to creative problem solving. Each class concludes with take-home assignments due the following week, when each student presents solutions and participates in peer review critiques. These assignments focus on shape, lines, the principle of less is more, images, typography, and composition.

Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this class will be able to

Development and understanding of the basic terminology of art and design
Development and understanding of good composition principles
Development and understanding of technical skills such as simple drawing, painting and cutting skills needed to render well composed 2-dimensional designs
Develop good craftsmanship and an outstanding work ethic and the commitment necessary to succeed in achieving the above stated goals and objectives

Develop your creative and visual abilities in your practice as a graphic designer
Use creative problem solving and research to generate visual ideas
Demonstrate your use of design and technical skills for graphic design
Articulate an understanding of the contexts of graphic design practices and reflect on your own learning

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