Design

7003/6313 Design L1 Course Description: 
Introduction to Design exposes students to the interaction of text and image as it relates to the fundamentals of graphic communication. Students will be expected to expand their proficiency in all aspects of the design process, including the use of formal design principles, type as image, creative brainstorming, conceptualizing, critical thinking, collaboration, and presentation. Industrial standard photo and graphic editing software applications will be utilized to aid the design process.

Course Challenges:
*Shape construction with Vector technology
*Anatomy of typography and font family classifications
*Composition - The Elements & Principles of Design
*Color Theory - Working with defined color pallets
*Combining typography and original illustrations
*Creating effective and aesthetically pleasing communication
*The Grid System - Page Layout Design