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- Effective Term:
- Winter 2017 through Winter 2020
- Course Number:
- GD 150
- Course Title:
- Digital Illustration 1
- Credit Hours:
- 3
- Lecture Hours:
- 0
- Lecture/Lab Hours:
- 60
- Lab Hours:
- 0
Course Description
Addendum to Course Description
A grade of a "B" or higher is required for placement into the second year of the program.
Intended Outcomes for the course
Upon completion of the course students should be able to:
- Precisely draw vector elements for use in professional communication materials.
- Utilize the software to create vector-based layouts demonstrating professional graphic design principles.
- Prepare vector files to align with industry standards.
Outcome Assessment Strategies
• Use appropriate tools to accurately trace linked raster image.
• Design and print an oversized document that utilizes shape and typography.
• Create a digital illustration from a hand drawn sketch.
• Combine typography with vector illustration.
• Written shortcuts exam.
• Digital technical skills exam.
Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)
THEMES
• Vector Illustration
• Technical Proficiency
ISSUES
• Software Navigation
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
CONCEPTS
• Critical Thinking
• Workflow
• Balance
• Hierarchy
• Craft
• Detail
SKILLS
• Develop illustration and layout through process driven methods.
• Choose appropriate techniques to create vector elements.
• Use pen tool with proficiency.
• Manipulate typography.
• Use efficient digital techniques for combining shapes.
• Create, name, and manage layers.
• Demonstrate proficient use of bleeds.
• Successfully manage colors.
• Tile oversized work.
• Streamline press-ready files.
• Format files for export.
• Build files that print successfully.