GDES 211 - Graphic Design II

A continuation of GDES 210, concentrating on developing a more personal approach to design solutions, conceptual skills, invention, discovery, and perceptual abilities within a communications context. Using both traditional hand and computer technologies, students do a thorough research process on more advanced projects that explore both static and moving formats. PREREQUISITE(S): GDES 116, GDES 210, and GDES 220; or consent of department. Two hours lecture, three hours laboratory each week.

3 semester hours

Course Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:

Apply the creative process of making thumbnail sketches, roughs and comprehensives to more advanced projects.
Employ formal elements and principles of art and design.
Utilize the specialized language of art and design when discussing one’s own work as well as the work of others.
Analyze type and image selection and appropriateness for individual projects.
Demonstrate mastery in the use of traditional and digital graphic design tools.
Extend grid systems and hierarchical visual and typographical information for more compelling layout and design.
Apply measurement systems and terminology used by typographers and graphic designers.
Develop an understanding of the evolution of graphic design and its social and technological place in history.

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