Graphic design course

 

Graphics Design Course Content (Complete Syllabus 

Module 1: Introduction to Graphic Design

• Fundamentals of graphic design
• History and evolution of design
• Principles of design:
  • Balance
  • Contrast
  • Alignment
  • Repetition
  • Proximity
  • Hierarchy
  • White space
• Elements of design:
  • Line
  • Shape
  • Color
  • Texture
  • Space
  • Typography

Module 2: Color Theory

• Color wheel and color schemes
• RGB, CMYK, and Pantone systems
• Color psychology
• Color harmony and combinations
• Using colors effectively in design

Module 3: Typography

• Typeface classification
• Font selection and pairing
• Typography principles
• Kerning, leading, and tracking
• Creating visual hierarchy with text

Module 4: Adobe Photoshop

• Interface and tools
• Image editing and retouching
• Layers and masks
• Photo manipulation
• Filters and effects
• Social media and web graphics design

Module 5: Adobe Illustrator

• Vector graphics fundamentals
• Drawing and shape tools
• Logo design
• Icon creation
• Illustration techniques
• Packaging design basics

Module 6: Adobe InDesign

• Page layout design
• Magazine and brochure design
• Multi-page document creation
• Master pages
• Print-ready file preparation

Module 7: Branding & Identity Design

• Brand concepts and strategy
• Logo design process
• Brand guidelines
• Business card and stationery design
• Corporate identity systems

Module 8: Print Design

• Flyer design
• Poster design
• Brochure design
• Banner design
• Packaging design
• Print production and prepress techniques

Module 9: Digital & Social Media Design

• Social media post creation
• Web banners
• Email marketing graphics
• UI design basics
• Responsive design principles

Module 10: Advertising Design

• Creative advertising concepts
• Campaign design
• Outdoor advertising
• Digital advertising
• Visual storytelling

Module 11: Portfolio Development

• Creating professional projects
• Case study presentation
• Portfolio building
• Client communication
• Freelancing basics

Module 12: Industry Projects

• Logo design project
• Brand identity project
• Social media campaign
• Poster and brochure project
• Packaging design project

Software Covered

• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe InDesign
• CorelDRAW
• Figma
• Canva

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Design logos and brand identities
• Create professional print materials
• Develop social media and digital marketing graphics
• Use industry-standard design software
• Build a professional design portfolio
• Work as a freelance or in-house graphic designer