Introduction to Graphic Design

This short course is an introduction to learning vector art in logo design using Illustrator and Photoshop.

You will be introduced to different types of techniques found in both vector and pixel-based software, that will allow you to create professional style logos and design presentations for print, web and other applications.

When it's run
TBC

Mode of delivery
100% online

Duration
12 weeks

A$950 (inc GST)

Who should attend?

This course is recommended for students with beginner to intermediate design skills and experience, and will give you the perfect foundation for your art and design career. The most important ingredient is the desire to learn and create, while using the software listed below.

Course content

The aim of the workshop is to rebrand a famous sporting club, choosing one of the 4 teams below.

Topics covered over the 12 week course include:

Learning how to create a logo from a brief
Introduction to both Illustrator & Photoshop interfaces
Creating roughs/concepts to build your ideas
Working up a chosen concept & exploring the design further
Using Illustration skills in the exploration of an icon & secondary logo options within the brand suite
Working with colour & how that relates to your theme
Importing your concept & creating final vector art
Creating promotional images to present the final design

Structure and assessment

This 12 week online course consists of:

12 weekly pre-recorded lectures & demonstrations that will guide you step by step through your projects.
Live fortnightly 3hr feedback webinars where you will receive feedback on your progress. If you cannot attend the session in person you can watch the recorded feedback sessions in your own time.
6 assignments over the course of 12 weeks (one submitted each fortnight, prior to feedback session).

Course requirements

Hardware requirements:

Laptop or Desktop PC or MAC (MacBook Pro or i7 PC/laptop with 16GB RAM are recommended)
Wacom tablet is recommended not required. Any size is good
Headset/Microphone so that you can chat with the instructor in fortnightly webinars
Notepad and pens/pencils for notetaking
Sketchbook for roughs and concepts

Software requirements:

Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator

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Enquiries

HASSenquiries@flinders.edu.au

Course cancellation and refunds

Course cancellation and refunds

In the event that a course is cancelled or postponed for any reason by Flinders University a full refund will be available to all students.
In the event a participant cancels their participation in the course 14 calendar days before the commencement of teaching a full refund will be available.
In the event a participant cancels their participation in the course between 14 to 1 calendar day before the commence of teaching a 50% refund will be available.
In the event a participant cancels their participation on, or after, the day teaching commences all course fees will be forfeited.