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Graphic Design Software (5 cr)

Code: MU00DV93-3003

General information


Enrollment

15.08.2020 - 04.09.2020

Timing

01.08.2020 - 31.12.2020

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

3 op

Mode of delivery

40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning

Campus

Kouvola Campus

Teaching languages

  • English

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Game Design

Teachers

  • Suvi Pylvänen

Teacher in charge

Suvi Pylvänen

Groups

  • GDKV20KM
    Game design, part-time studies

Objective

After successfully completing the course, you:
- know the basics of InDesign and layout
- know the basics of Illustrator and are able to produce vector graphics
- understand different file formats and their usage
- are able to make layouts and use images in your publications
- are able to produce print and digital ready files and are familiar with different printing techniques
- are able utilise software tools that make the workflow more efficient

Content

How to do layouts and vector based illustrations?
How to select the appropriate typography, colour profile and paper?
How to save a file in an appropriate file format and manage files between applications?
How to select the appropriate tools and methods for each task?

In Fashion and Costume Design it is important to command the composition with the help of programmes: a piece of clothing, a human being + moodboard = visual presentations.

Materials

Videos, links and tutorials on Learn.

Further information

Students complete assignments independently with the help of instructions and video tutorials. In class, student will receive feedback and deepen their expertise.

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment methods and criteria

Assignments completed in InDesign and Illustrator