Course Content and Outcome Guide for GD 122
- Date:
- 14-AUG-2012
- Posted by:
- Cecelia Cutsforth
- Course Number:
- GD 122
- Course Title:
- Graphic Design 2
- Credit Hours:
- 3
- Lecture hours:
- 0
- Lecture/Lab hours:
- 60
- Lab hours:
- 0
- Special Fee:
- $18
Course Description
Builds on the basic concepts of graphic design. Emphasizes color, including color theory, vocabulary, color schemes, and the effects of color. Focuses on identifying graphic styles, brainstorming techniques, and introduces 3-dimensional design. Attention placed on design process, presentation, and industry standards. Prerequisites: GD 101, GD 114, GD 120 Prerequisite/concurrent: GD 140 and/or GD 150.Addendum to Course Description
A grade of "B" or higher is required for placement into the second year of the Graphic Design Program
Intended Outcomes for the course
Students should be able to:
Create professional-level graphic design layouts which utilize industry-accepted color models and demonstrate an understanding of color theory
Outcome Assessment Strategies
Projects will be the major criteria for evaluation. Emphasis will be placed on professional standards including following: project specifications, creativity, presentation, ability to meet deadlines and critique participation. Additional methods of assessment may include quizzes, exercises, assignments, and attendance.
Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)
SKILLS:
Correctly use graphic design tools and materials
Correctly prepare artwork for presentation
Develop design solutions using professional design process methods including thumbnails, tight roughs and final comps
Hand render cleanly and accurately
Identify design elements and principles
Demonstrate visual hierarchy, focal points and eye flow
Discuss work in front of a group, using appropriate design terms and vocabulary
Analyze and critique designs both independently and in a group
Research and use outside resources for highest quality output
Create a color wheel from memory
Use the color vocabulary in written work and oral presentations
Combine and apply basic color schemes to graphic designs
Create emotional and psychological effects of color
Use creative brainstorming techniques to generate ideas