UNIQUE SERIES AKTU Syllabus
BAR805 (A)

Graphic Design

L-T-P1-0-2 Session2024-25 TypeTheory
Appears in 1 semester

B.Arch · Sem 8 (Elective - I (Skill Based))

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Syllabus

4 units
Unit1

Unit 1

Introduction to the History of Graphic Design, Future of Graphic Design. Graphic Design

Unit2

Unit 2: Basic Design

Development of aesthetic sensibility towards design. Elements and principles of design.

Unit3

Unit 3: Calligraphy and Typography

Anatomy of a letter, Typefaces, Typographic measurement, Typographic standards, Typographic guidelines

Unit4

Unit 4: Creating Images for Print & Web

  • Formats, Resolution, Raster Vs Vector. Ethics and Copyright laws. Use of particular image formats for individual projects to create collages, logos, cd covers, etc. with the help of Photoshop. Corel Draw and illustrator software. Images scanned from the internet to create projects while learning to cite sources. APPROACH
  • In teams students create a business proposal and create branding for that business including a commercial and magazine ad. They present the product to all students.
Course Objectives3 points
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the elements of graphic design.
  • Read, understand and communicate in the language of graphic design.
  • Use technology such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Corel Draw and Internet Explorer.
REFERENCE BOOKS3 books
  1. Stuart Trolley, Min: The New Simplicity in Graphic Design, 1960
  2. John Krull, Graphis Design Annual, 2017
  3. Timothy Samara, Making and Breaking the Grid, Second Edition, Updated and Expanded: A Graphic Design Layout Workshop. CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF SESSIONALS NO. OF MARKS PER S.NO. PARTICULARS TOTAL ASSIGNMENTS ASSIGNMENT 1 Tutorial of Module 1 - 3 3 10 30 Seminar/Presentation 2 1 20 20 of Module 1 - 3 Hands on – Branding proposal of 3 1 20 20 Module 4 TOTAL

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