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GRA 230 - Graphic Design I
This is an intermediate level course for graphic design majors. Through a series of projects students learn to employ basic design concepts in solving different types of visual communications problems.
Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
- Combine type and image in a layout to communicate an idea or message.
- Interpret and represent an idea by means of a mark or symbol.
- Interpret advertising copy and incorporate it in a design.
- Demonstrate visual gestalt principles in solving a design problem.
- Use traditional graphic design tools and techniques to develop a design concept from sketch to tight comprehensive layout.
- Evaluate visual solutions to design problems verbally and in writing.
- Solve projects in a unique and creative manner.
- Produce content as an effective form of visual communication.
- Communicate issues of critical thinking skills via the creation of artworks and participation in the formal critique process.
Prerequisites: Color and Design (GRA 123), Computer Illustration (GRA 208), Digital Imaging (GRA 211).
Co-requisite: Typography (GRA 215).
4 hours studio each week 3 credits