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Graphic design software (5 cr)

Code: MU00DV93-3022

General information


Enrollment

06.04.2023 - 21.04.2023

Timing

01.08.2023 - 31.12.2023

Number of ECTS credits allocated

5 op

Virtual portion

4 op

Mode of delivery

20 % Contact teaching, 80 % Distance learning

Unit

Department of Culture

Campus

Kouvola Campus

Teaching languages

  • English

Seats

15 - 25

Degree programmes

  • Degree Programme in Game Design

Teachers

  • Nicholas Sweetman
  • Suvi Pylvänen

Teacher in charge

Suvi Pylvänen

Groups

  • GDKV23KM
    Game design, part-time studies
  • 15.12.2023 09:00 - 11:30, Graphic design software MU00DV93-3022

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.

Evaluation scale

1-5