This unit covers the basic concepts of graphic design, including an introduction to design and aesthetics. Students become familiar with design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, with practical applications like flyer and poster design and basics of print preparation.
- Lesson 1 – What is Graphic Design?
- Lesson 2 – Foundations of Good Design
- Lesson 3 – Introduction to Adobe Illustrator
- Lesson 4 – Designing a Flyer in Adobe Illustrator
- Lesson 5 – Photo Manipulation in Adobe Photoshop
- Lesson 6 – Movie Poster Design in Adobe Photoshop
- Lesson 7 – Introduction to Adobe InDesign
- Lesson 8 – Print and Pre-Press Basics & Brochure Design in InDesign
This unit focuses on deepening technical design skills, including advanced colour theory, pen tool mastery, magazine cover and advertisement design, and creating magazines with professional software.
- Lesson 1 – Advanced Colour Theory & Print Terminology
- Lesson 2 – Mood Board Creation
- Lesson 3 – Advanced Typography Anatomy
- Lesson 4 – Basics of the Pen Tool
- Lesson 5 – Mastering the Pen Tool
- Lesson 6 – Magazine Cover Design in Adobe Photoshop
- Lesson 7 – Advertisement Design in Adobe Photoshop
- Lesson 8 – Magazine Creation in Adobe InDesign
This unit explores creative thinking, corporate identity, mock-ups, interactive PDFs, advanced photo manipulation, 3D design, packaging, web and social media design, and infographics.
- Lesson 1 – Creative Thinking
- Lesson 2 – Corporate Identity & Mock-Ups
- Lesson 3 – Interactive PDF & e-Publication
- Lesson 4 – Advanced Photo Manipulation
- Lesson 5 – 3D Rotation & Design in Adobe Illustrator
- Lesson 6 – Packaging Design
- Lesson 7 – Designing for Web & Social Media
- Lesson 8 – Infographics
The final unit covers advanced design skills such as font creation and digital illustration, alongside fundamentals of design business management. It also assists students in creating a professional résumé and preparing to enter the job market confidently.
- Lesson 1 – Design on the Go
- Lesson 2 – Create Your Own Font
- Lesson 3 – Advanced Digital Illustration
- Lesson 4 – Essentials for Design Businesses
- Lesson 5 – Résumé Creation
- Lesson 6 – Power Tools in Photoshop
- Lesson 7 – Getting Your Foot in the Door (Entering the Job Market)