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Graphic Design Fundamentals


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Julie Andrews
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This course will teach everything you need to know to become a professional graphic designer.

This course will teach everything you need to know to become a professional graphic designer. Everyone needs to know the basics so that's why were’ starting with them. You need a good foundation in order to move on to the other more advanced courses.

 

First we will start with a little history on graphic design and what are the principles that have been passed on from generation to generation. Then we will discuss the main principles and outline the most important ideas related to shapes and sizes, fonts, color theory and more. Next we will dive a little more in color theory and how to use typography.

 

Every module in this course is very easy to navigate with lots of visual examples and interactive assignments to help you learn faster.

Here is the course outline:

1. Introduction

1 hr, 40 min

In this course, you will learn the most important aspects of Graphic Design and gain skills in editing programs

Section Duration
Welcome! 1 hr
How to create great designs 20 min
Futuristic design 15 min
What do you expect to learn in this course? 5 min

2. Calligraphy for graphic design

1 day

Find out more about this ancient fine art tool and its uses in graphic design

Section Duration
Calligraphy History 1 day
Use of modern Calligraphy
Calligraphy vs. Screen Printing

3. Color theory

1 hr, 5 min

Knowing how to use colors together is a must for any graphic designer and we will learn about this in this module

Section Duration
The use of colors
Color wheel
Color wheel
Essay on how to use colors
Color Quiz 1 hr, 5 min

4. How to use typography

In this module we will learn about how to choose and use fonts in graphic design

Typography basics
Fonts

5. Graphic design technology

In this module we will learn about the tools that can help to enhance graphic designs.

Graphic Design and Technology
Tools used in Graphic design

6. The Principles of Graphic Design

In this module we will learn about the most important principles in design that every professional should know

The basic principles that all designers should know
Quiz: The Principles of Graphic Design
Learner feedback
Creative sketches
Design influences

7. Minimalism in design

Open this module to learn about the beauty of minimalist designs.

Minimalism
Expectations regarding this module
The story of minimalism

8. Vector graphics

In this module, we will learn about vector graphics and how to use them to create great designs.

Overview
Vector survey

9. Logo design

In this module, you will learn the basics of logo design.

Introduction to logo design
Which logo design trend do you like?

10. Graphic design trends

In this module, we will explore the latest trends in graphic design.

Modernism
Design trends

11. Final Test

This is the final test. You must get a 90% score to complete the course

Final test
Glossary
Study guide

Prerequisites

The following certificates are required in order to enroll in this course:

Certificate of completion

Completion

The following certificates are awarded when the course is completed:

Certificate of completion
Certificate of completion
Certificate of completion
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