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2-Month Graphic Design Course Outline

Duration: 2 Months
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Course Structure: 8 Weeks
Mode of Instruction: Online or In-person
Focus: Practical, hands-on design skills with project-based learning

Week 1: Introduction to Graphic Design & Tools

Objective: Learn the fundamentals of graphic design and explore essential tools.

Topics Covered:

 Introduction to Graphic Design: History, Principles, and Industry Overview


 Design Elements: Line, Shape, Color, Texture, Space
 Design Principles: Balance, Contrast, Proportion, Alignment
 Introduction to Design Software: Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva

Practical Activities:

1. Design a Simple Poster using Canva (focus on typography and color).


2. Create a Basic Logo using Illustrator, applying shape and text tools.

Week 2: Color Theory & Typography

Objective: Understand the impact of color and typography in design.

Topics Covered:

 Basics of Color Theory: RGB vs. CMYK, Color Psychology


 Typography: Font Families, Hierarchy, Readability
 Applying Color and Type in Design Projects

Practical Activities:

1. Design a Brand Color Palette for a fictional business.


2. Create a Typographic Poster using Photoshop or Illustrator, focusing on font
pairing and hierarchy.

Week 3: Adobe Photoshop Basics

Objective: Develop core image editing skills using Adobe Photoshop.


Topics Covered:

 Introduction to Photoshop: Workspace, Layers, and Tools


 Photo Editing: Cropping, Retouching, Color Adjustments
 Image Composition and Basic Manipulation

Practical Activities:

1. Retouch a Portrait Photo, applying color correction and minor edits in Photoshop.
2. Create a Social Media Banner using layers and masks in Photoshop.

Week 4: Adobe Illustrator Basics & Vector Design

Objective: Learn to create scalable vector graphics using Adobe Illustrator.

Topics Covered:

 Vector vs. Raster Graphics: Understanding the Difference


 Illustrator Workspace: Tools, Artboards, and Layers
 Using the Pen Tool, Shapes, and Text in Illustrator
 Creating Logos and Icons

Practical Activities:

1. Design a Vector Logo for a small business or fictional brand.


2. Create a Set of Icons (for web or mobile applications) using Illustrator.

Week 5: Layout Design & Composition

Objective: Master the art of layout design for print and digital media.

Topics Covered:

 Principles of Layout: Grids, Alignment, and Whitespace


 Combining Text and Images for Visual Balance
 Introduction to Adobe InDesign for Layouts
 Creating Marketing Materials (Brochures, Flyers)

Practical Activities:

1. Design a Flyer or Brochure for an event or product using InDesign or Photoshop.


2. Create a Magazine Cover by blending text and images in InDesign.
Week 6: Branding & Logo Design

Objective: Develop cohesive branding strategies and design meaningful logos.

Topics Covered:

 What is Branding? Elements of a Strong Brand Identity


 Logo Design Principles: Simplicity, Memorability, Versatility
 Creating a Brand Identity Package (Logo, Fonts, Colors)

Practical Activities:

1. Design a Complete Brand Identity for a fictional company (logo, colors, fonts).
2. Create Branding Guidelines, specifying logo usage, color schemes, and typography.

Week 7: Web Design Basics

Objective: Gain skills in designing responsive web layouts and interfaces.

Topics Covered:

 Introduction to Web Design: UX/UI Fundamentals


 Designing for Different Devices (Mobile, Tablet, Desktop)
 Web Typography, Colors, and Layouts
 Tools: Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch for Web Prototyping

Practical Activities:

1. Create a Wireframe and prototype for a simple landing page using Figma or Adobe
XD.
2. Design a Responsive Homepage Layout, ensuring it adapts to various devices.

Week 8: Final Project & Portfolio Development

Objective: Apply learned skills to a comprehensive design project and build a professional
portfolio.

Topics Covered:

 Developing a Portfolio: Organizing and Presenting Work


 Preparing Projects for Print and Web Use
 Final Project: Branding, Web Design, or Marketing Materials
 Client Presentation Skills

Practical Activities:
1. Final Project: Develop a full branding package, marketing campaign, or web design
prototype for a chosen client or fictional company.
2. Build a Portfolio Website showcasing your work from the course (use Adobe
Portfolio, Behance, or WordPress).

Assessment & Certification:

 Mid-Course Feedback on assignments and projects


 Final Project Evaluation
 Certificate of Completion upon successful project submission

Tools Required:

 Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)


 Figma or Adobe XD for Web Design
 Canva for quick design tasks

Outcome:
At the end of this 2-month course, students will have developed practical graphic design
skills and created a professional portfolio, making them ready for freelance work or entry-
level design jobs.

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