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Cyprus International University
TR

GRAPHIC DESIGN-II

Course
GRDE202 - GRAPHIC DESIGN-II
Department
Graphic Design - English - Undergraduate
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
6
ECTS
10
T+P+L
4 + 4 + 0
Course Coordinator(s)
-
Prerequisite
Keywords

Course Description

To attain a high level of complex and multilevel problem solving ability in graphic design using a variety of design methodologies; to design creative upper level graphic design projects using symbolism as well as various visual media such as photography, typography, illustration. It builds on the studies completed in Graphic Design I. and teaches advanced problem-solving skills, concept development and project management. It applies intermediate level production techniques to 2D and 3D graphic design using current technologies and principles of pre-press production. It aims to create comprehensive final projects for portfolio-level work, examine ethical issues concerning design and production, apply well-developed project management skills, and discuss current design issues and trends.

GRAPHIC DESIGN-II

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

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Course outcomes

  1. 01 Identify(2) graphic design movements and popular cultural elements and apply(4) them into creative and original graphic design works.
  2. 02 Illustrate(3) two-dimensional and three-dimensional visuals correctly and effectively.
  3. 03 Demonstrate(4) a thorough understanding of the elements of graphic design.
  4. 04 Design(4) and Process(3) images for print & web
  5. 05 Process(3) design projects to understand the applications
  6. 06 Integrate(4) visual elements and typography effectively.

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction of the course requirements and schedule Discussions on the subject
Week 2 Introduction to the subject of logo and logo type - Freehand sketches on logo design
Week 3 Logo design with computer - Logo design of charity organization
Week 4 Personal Logo Design with using their name and surname letters.
Week 5 Corporate ID & Brand Guideline Booklet design.
Week 6 Company Logo design with computer
Week 7 lIconic Animal Logo Designs for their personal characteristic reflection visualization with using animal inspiration
Week 8 Symbol design with computer
Week 9 Introduction to Icon and Pictogram design - Freehand sketches on Pictogram
Week 10 Personal avatar design
Week 11 Pictogram design
Week 12 Olympic Logo Design
Week 13 Icon design with computer
Week 14 Finalization of projects and critique of the course.
Week 15 Final exam week

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 1000 Type Treatments, Wilson Harvy, Rockport, 2008
  2. 02 Logo Design Handbook, Adams&Marioka&Stone, Rockport, 2004
  3. 03 Masters of Design-Logo & Identity, Sean Adams, Rockport, 2008
  4. 04 Adobe InDesign: Classroom in a book, the official training workbook from adobe systems / Adobe press / 2015

Learning Outcomes

  1. L01 Identify(2) art movements and popular cultural elements and apply(4) them into creative graphic design works. SOLO 3
  2. L02 Solves(3) the design problems encountered in the process SOLO 3
  3. L03 Students will be able to define(3) his / her graphic application in composition. SOLO 3
  4. L04 Compare(4) concepts, situations, and objects in the visual context SOLO 4
  5. L05 Develops(5) design projects by recalling basic graphic design principles SOLO 5
  6. L06 Integrate(4) visual elements and typography effectively. SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

  1. P01 The student chooses the design principles and can match the application
  2. P02 Students will be able to define national and international values in art and design
  3. P03 Students will be able to define abstract and concrete design concepts and express them in composition
  4. P04 The student can adjust the time correctly to complete his / her graphic application
  5. P05 The student matches the relationship between image and meaning
  6. P06 Students can express what they see by drawing
  7. P07 Identifies the traces, aligns, and calculates the hierarchy of typographic elements
  8. P08 Defines and lists art and design materials
  9. P09 Expresses an idea, concept or phenomenon visually in a creative way
  10. P10 Solves the design problems encountered in the process
  11. P11 Symbolizes concepts, situations, and objects in the visual context
  12. P12 Develops design projects by recalling basic graphic design principles
  13. P13 Applies technology effectively in the design process
  14. P14 Can think critically and question theoretical gains in the context
  15. P15 Relate the past, present, and future of design
  16. P16 Can perform original works related to the field and evaluate the results
  17. P17 Designs and produces different visual areas such as multimedia, advertising graphics, animation, new media, printmaking, and photography
  18. P18 Improves communication skills for teamwork
  19. P19 Can effectively discuss, criticize and form theory about the field
  20. P20 Student can organize paragraphs, single-column, multi-column and modular grids in book and magazine designs
  21. P21 Can plan collaborations with colleagues in interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary environments
  22. P22 Can associate written texts with visual images
  23. P23 Can observe and compare in the context of art criticism methods
  24. P24 Can apply legal regulations and procedures in the field
  25. P25 Be able to associate written texts with visual images

Po-Lo Matrix

LO P01 P02 P03 P04 P05 P06 P07 P08 P09 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15 P16 P17 P18 P19 P20 P21 P22 P23 P24 P25 Average
L01 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
L02 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
L03 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
L04 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
L05 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
L06 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0