STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Use a variety of media and processes to create advanced graphic designs. (I)

 II.     Demonstrate an advanced knowledge of vocabulary, materials, and technology used in generating graphic designs. (II)

 III.    Identify and apply the visual elements to advanced graphic design problems. (III)

 IV.     Select, analyze and compose graphics and layouts that demonstrate an advanced knowledge of visual communication skills. (IV)

 V.      Utilize graphic design principles to generate graphics that emphasis self-expression and creativity. (IV)

 VI.     Assemble and assess a presentation of your work that demonstrates professionalism. (V)

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Media and Processes

         A.      Traditional media and processes

         B.      Computer generated media and processes

         C.      Experimental media and processes

 II.     Media Specific Skills

         A.      Typography

         B.      Advanced Layout skills  

         C.      Print specific skills

         D.      Computer specific skills

         E.      Identity Systems

         F.      Environmental Design

 III.    Visual Elements

         A.      Line

         B.      Shape

         C.      Value

         D.      Texture

         E.      Color

         F.      Space

         G.      3-D

 IV.     Principles of Composition

         A.      Balance

         B.      Scale

         C.      Proportion

         D.      Movement

         E.      Dominance

         F.      Harmony ¿ Rhythm and Repetition

 V.      Unity and Variety

 VI.     Subject Matter

 VII.    Representational

         A.      Abstract

         B.      Non-representational

         C.      Historical Perspective and New directions

 VIII.   Professionalism

         A.      Criticism and evaluation

         B.      Presentation