COURSE SYLLABUS
Fundamentals of Graphic Design, 7.5 credits
Grundläggande grafisk design, 7,5 högskolepoäng
Course Syllabus for students Autumn 2021
| Course Code: | TGGG18 |
| Confirmed by: | Dean Apr 6, 2018 |
| Revised by: | Dean Oct 29, 2019 |
| Valid From: | Aug 1, 2020 |
| Version: | 2 |
| Education Cycle: | First-cycle level |
| Disciplinary domain: | Technology |
| Subject group: | TE9 |
| Specialised in: | G1N |
| Main field of study: | Informatics |
Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)
After a successful course, the student shall
Knowledge and understanding
- display knowledge of basic principles and theories of graphic design and typography
- display knowledge of methods, techniques and software within computer based production of graphic design
- show familiarity with important movements and key figures within the history of graphic design
- show familiarity with different types of workplaces, agencies and professions within the graphic design industry
- show familiarity with important aspects in the creation of brands, logotypes and graphic identities
- display knowledge of methods, techniques and software within computer based production of graphic design
- show familiarity with important movements and key figures within the history of graphic design
- show familiarity with different types of workplaces, agencies and professions within the graphic design industry
- show familiarity with important aspects in the creation of brands, logotypes and graphic identities
Skills and abilities
- demonstrate the ability to present finished design solutions and to document the design process
Judgement and approach
- demonstrate the ability to analyse and reflect on their own as well as others artwork with regards taken to relevant design principles and typographic concepts
Contents
The course gives basic knowledge in graphic design, typography and the production of digital artwork. It also gives a basic orientation of the design industry and the history of graphic design.
The course includes the following parts:
- Principles of design and layout
- Typography
- Colour theory
- Design history
- Graphic design as a profession
- Composition and gestalt principles
- Brands, logotypes and graphic identities
- Presentation skills
- Lab sessions using software for digital artwork production
The course includes the following parts:
- Principles of design and layout
- Typography
- Colour theory
- Design history
- Graphic design as a profession
- Composition and gestalt principles
- Brands, logotypes and graphic identities
- Presentation skills
- Lab sessions using software for digital artwork production
Type of instruction
Lectures, workshops, tutorials and assignments.
The teaching is conducted in English.
Prerequisites
General entry requirements and Matematics 2a or 2b or 2c or Matematics B. Proof of English proficiency is required (or the equivalent).
Examination and grades
The course is graded 5,4,3 or Fail.
The final grade for the course is based on a balanced set of assessments. The final grade will only be issued after satisfactory completion of all assessments.
The final grade for the course is based on a balanced set of assessments. The final grade will only be issued after satisfactory completion of all assessments.
Registration of examination:
| Name of the Test | Value | Grading |
|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 2.5 credits | 5/4/3/U |
| Assignments | 5 credits | 5/4/3/U |
Course literature
Literature
The litterature list for the course will be provided one month before the course starts.
Title: Graphic Design School, 6th edn.
Author: David D, Stewart S, Zempol E and Vickress A
Publisher: Thames Hudson Ltd.
ISBN: 9780500292853
Title: Thinking with Type, 2nd edn.
Author: Ellen Lupton
Publisher: Princeton Architectural Press
ISBN: 9781568989693
Title: Graphic Design School, 6th edn.
Author: David D, Stewart S, Zempol E and Vickress A
Publisher: Thames Hudson Ltd.
ISBN: 9780500292853
Title: Thinking with Type, 2nd edn.
Author: Ellen Lupton
Publisher: Princeton Architectural Press
ISBN: 9781568989693
Content updated 2015-06-24
