Description

Graphics

Design

Duration: 3 Months
Certificate: Yes
Course Fee: ₹2,499

Learn: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign & more

Career Path: Graphic Designer, Brand Designer, Visual Artist

Graphic Design Curriculum Outline

1. Introduction to Graphic Design

• What is Graphic Design?

• History and evolution of graphic design

• Overview of different design fields (branding, web, print, motion graphics, etc.)

• Basic design principles (balance, contrast, alignment, repetition, proximity)

2. Fundamentals of Design

• Elements of design: Line, shape, color, texture, space, form, typography

• Color theory and color psychology

• Typography basics: fonts, readability, hierarchy

• Composition and layout design

• Grid systems and alignment

3. Design Software Tools

• Adobe Photoshop (image editing, retouching)

• Adobe Illustrator (vector graphics, logos)

• Adobe InDesign (page layout and publishing)

• Basics of Sketch, Figma, or Adobe XD (UI/UX design tools)

• Introduction to other tools: Canva, CorelDraw, Affinity Designer

4. Digital Illustration and Image Editing

• Vector vs raster graphics

• Drawing techniques and digital illustration

• Photo manipulation and retouching

• Masking, layers, and blending modes

5. Typography and Branding

• Advanced typography: kerning, tracking, leading

• Logo design principles

• Brand identity creation (color palettes, typography, iconography)

• Creating brand guidelines and style guides

6. Layout and Print Design

• Designing brochures, flyers, posters

• Understanding print production processes (CMYK vs RGB, resolution, bleed, margins)

• Packaging design basics

• Preparing files for print

7. Web and UI/UX Design Basics

• Principles of web design and responsive layouts

• User experience (UX) fundamentals

• Wireframing and prototyping

• Introduction to interactive design and animation basics

8. Design Projects and Portfolio Development

• Real-world design briefs and projects

• Creating a personal portfolio website

• Case studies and presentation skills

• Critiques and iterative design process

9. Professional Practice

• Client communication and project management

• Copyright and ethics in design

• Freelancing basics and career pathways

• Industry trends and continuing education