An intermediate program focusing on design and layout, typography, and color theory, with explorations into brand identity and publication design. Graduates will have the opportunity to create a portfolio aimed at helping them gain entry-level employment such as a graphic designer, logo artist, newspaper layout artist, or advertising designer.

Equipment Full multimedia, Internet-ready computer that meets or exceeds the requirements of the newest industry-standard software; yours to keep on the successful completion of your program. Software Each Graphic Design student receives personally registered educational versions of the software required for this program, which includes Windows and Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, & InDesign, currently in version CS3. With the Graphic Design program, you’ll be provided with a Wacom graphics tablet for artistic interaction with your computer. Click here for more details

The skills in this program will allow you to seek work in dozens of disciplines, including advertising, freelance graphic design, brand identity, publication design, multimedia production, publishing houses, print services, & much more.
Some of the specific job titles you could hold after this program include:

Graphic Designer
Cartoonist
Graphic Artist
Illustrator
Layout Designer
Advertising Design Technician
Icon Designer
Digital Designer

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Duration: 52 weeks, 1040 hours (Based on a 20-hour work week)

Week	Hours	Assignments	Exams	Subject (Click for more detail)
1-3	60	4	1	Computer Concepts
4-5	40	8	1	Window XP
6-7	40	5	1	Internet Basics
8-13	120	5	1	Photoshop
14-16	60	5	-	Introduction to Design
17-22	120	5	1	Illustrator
23-28	120	3	1	InDesign
29-32	80	4	-	Colour Theory
33-38	120	5	1	Typography
39-42	80	3	1	Designing Brand Identity
43-49	140	6	1	Publication Design
50-52	60	3	-	Directed Study: Portfolio Design

Computer Concepts & Basic Communication Review basic English structures and learn proper professional communication skills. Learn key terminology and technology associated with computers, including computer hardware, software, file management and network technology. » Back to Program Time Table

Windows Learn the latest Windows operating system, including using the desktop, managing files & folders and using the Windows Help & Support. » Back to Program Time Table

Internet Basics Learn about web browsers, search techniques and email. » Back to Program Time Table

Photoshop Learn the basics of this imaging software including layers, masks, and photo restoration & repair. » Back to Program Time Table

Introduction to Design Learn the principles, issues, and uses of two-dimensional design. Study the traditional Graphic Design principles used for centuries, such as Form vs. Function, Gestalt, Visual Elements, Balance, Colour, and Composition. » Back to Program Time Table

Illustrator Learn to manipulate the industry-leading vector illustration software. » Back to Program Time Table

InDesign Learn to control your pages with the industry-leading page layout software. » Back to Program Time Table

Colour Theory4 weeks; 80 hours; 4 projects An introduction to colour principles and design techniques, including electronic colour and colour harmony. » Back to Program Time Table

Typography Learn a brief history of type and how it is classified; the physical components of letters and the rules of legibility, readability, and style; the creative use of emphasis, designing effective layouts, using grids, and developing original type styles; and contemporary challenges in type and a digital environment. » Back to Program Time Table

Designing Brand Identity Learn the process, theory and application of brand identities, including logo and business card design. » Back to Program Time Table

Publication Design Learn to design books, magazines, newspapers, promotional literature, and various other types of print publications. Study how to organize content, use type and colour, visual imagery sources, grid-based page layout, and professional opportunities in publication design. » Back to Program Time Table

Directed Study: Portfolio Design A step-by-step presentation of guidelines and real-world inspiration for creating a portfolio of work, geared towards earning the student employment by showing a prospective client or employer their talent and experience.

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