Course overview
To develop students’ practical computer graphics skills and the application of communication design principles and creative solutions in consideration of the audience within commercial print and digital design context. Students will work independently and in groups to develop industry knowledge and skills through learning about illustration, image editing, and page layout software. Further, students will develop an awareness and understanding of communication design principles, visual strategies, and how to produce effective outcomes for varied target audiences.
Course learning outcomes
- Apply knowledge of communication design principles to a variety of computer graphics and imaging outputs
- Demonstrate a working knowledge of the interaction between software programs used in the design industry and competency in file management techniques suitable for print
- Demonstrate an expanded visual literacy and competency
- Apply a working knowledge of the audience in focussed communication design outcomes
- Use an expanded design vocabulary to describe and reflect on design and output processes