Okay, here’s a revised Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop course outline, tailored for a 3-month delivery

schedule. This breakdown distributes the modules across the timeframe, allowing for adequate learning
and practice opportunities.

# Course Outline: Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop – 3-Month Program

## Course Description

This course provides an in-depth exploration of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop, two of the
leading software applications in graphic design and digital image editing. Students will learn to create
vector graphics, manipulate images, and apply design principles effectively.

## Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

- Navigate the interfaces of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.

- Create and edit vector graphics using Illustrator.

- Perform advanced image editing and manipulation techniques in Photoshop.

- Understand the differences between raster and vector images.

- Utilize layers, masks, and effects to enhance designs.

- Prepare files for print and digital media.

## Target Audience

- Graphic Designers

- Digital Artists

- Photographers

- Content Creators

- Web Designers

## Prerequisites
Basic computer skills are required. Familiarity with graphic design concepts is beneficial but not
mandatory.

## Course Duration: 3 Months (Approximately 12 weeks)

## Course Schedule and Outline

### Month 1: Adobe Illustrator Fundamentals

#### Week 1: Introduction to Adobe Illustrator – Workspace & Basic Tools

- **Topics:**

- 1.1 Getting to Know the Workspace (Illustrator)

- 1.2 Drawing Tools (Pen Tool, Shape Tools)

- **Focus:** Familiarization with the Illustrator interface and essential drawing tools.

- **Activities:**

- Workspace exploration, tool practice exercises, simple shape creation.

- **Assessment:**

- Short quiz on interface and basic tools.

#### Week 2: Illustrator: Paths, Shapes & Color

- **Topics:**

- 1.2 (Continued): Editing paths and anchor points

- 1.3 Color Management (Color modes, swatches, gradients)

- **Focus:** Mastering path manipulation and color application.

- **Activities:**

- Advanced shape design, path manipulation exercises, color palette creation.

- **Topics:**

- 2.1 Working with Layers

- 2.2 Typography in Illustrator

- **Focus:** Organizing designs and mastering typography.

- **Activities:**

- Layer organization exercises, text formatting and design.

#### Week 4: Illustrator: Effects and Exporting Artwork

- **Topics:**

- 2.3 Effects and Styles (Shadows, Glows, Appearance Panel)

- 2.4 Exporting Artwork (File formats, print vs web preparation)

- **Focus:** Applying advanced styling and preparing files for different outputs.

- **Activities:**

- Styling exercises, exporting artwork for various purposes.

- **Assessment:**

- End of Month 1 Project: Create a logo and export it for print and web.

### Month 2: Adobe Photoshop Fundamentals

#### Week 5: Introduction to Adobe Photoshop – Workspace & Image Basics

- **Topics:**

- 3.1 Understanding Digital Images (Raster vs Vector, Resolution)

- 3.2 Navigating the Photoshop Interface

- **Focus:** Understanding digital images and Photoshop’s interface.

- **Activities:**

- Image analysis, interface navigation.

- **Topics:**

- 4.2 Selection Tools (Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand)

- **Focus:** Mastering various selection tools.

- **Activities:**

- Selection exercises, refining selections using Select & Mask.

- **Assessment:**

- Quiz on selection tools and techniques.

#### Week 7: Photoshop: Basic Image Adjustments

- **Topics:**

- 4.3 Basic Adjustments (Brightness, Contrast, Color Balance, Crop/Resize)

- **Focus:** Performing fundamental image adjustments.

- **Activities:**

- Practice image correction and enhancement.

#### Week 8: Photoshop: Working with Layers

- **Topics:**

- 4.1 Working with Layers (Introduction to Layers, Adjustment Layers)

- **Focus:** Understanding and utilizing layers for non-destructive editing.

- **Activities:**

- Layer organization, creating and using adjustment layers.

- **Assessment:**

- End of Month 2 Project: Correct and enhance an image, then create a simple composite.

### Month 3: Advanced Techniques and Project Work

#### Week 9: Photoshop: Retouching Images

- 5.1 Retouching Images (Healing Brush, Clone Stamp)

- **Focus:** Mastering retouching techniques.

- **Activities:**

- Practice retouching faces and removing imperfections.

#### Week 10: Photoshop: Masks and Filters

- **Topics:**

- 5.2 Working with Masks (Layer Masks)

- 5.3 Filters and Effects

- **Focus:** Selective editing with masks and creative effects with filters.

- **Activities:**

- Creating complex masks, applying and adjusting filters.

#### Week 11: Finalizing Designs for Print

- **Topics:**

- 6.1 Preparing Files for Print (Bleeds, Color Profiles)

- **Focus:** Understanding print specifications and file preparation.

- **Activities:**

- Preparing various files for print with proper settings.

#### Week 12: Exporting Images for Web & Capstone Project Prep

- **Topics:**

- 6.2 Exporting Images for Web (Compression Techniques)

- 7.1 Capstone Project Preparation

- **Focus:** Optimizing images for web and project planning.

- **Activities:**

- Optimizing images for the web, outlining the final project

- **Assessment:**
 - Final Capstone Project: Students create a cohesive graphic design project using both Adobe Illustrator
and Photoshop.

## Assessment Methods

- Quizzes at the end of each month to test knowledge retention.

- Practical assignments where students apply techniques learned in class.

- Monthly projects to demonstrate proficiency.

- A final capstone project demonstrating proficiency in both software applications.

## Materials Required

- Access to Adobe Illustrator CC and Adobe Photoshop CC (latest versions recommended).

- A computer capable of running the software efficiently.

This 3-month outline offers a comprehensive and balanced learning experience, allowing students to
gain proficiency in both Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop through structured modules and practical
projects. Good luck!