Adobe Graphic Design

Graphic Design

Register:
Anytime

Duration:
8 Weeks

Price:
R10,000.00

With the power invested in your skill in Adobe programs, illustrate, edit and manipulate, develop visually pleasing layouts.

Description

Welcome to Graphic Design online short course: Adobe Design Applications. This course aims to equip you with the fundamental digital skills to successfully use Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign. This course is perfect for those whose Adobe knowledge is outdated and are wanting to gain current knowledge and skill to keep up with industry demands as well those who are wanting to start up their own businesses and need the technical skill to develop their own marketing material. It is also ideal for those who want the technical skills to be able to design logos, posters and custom illustrations for either artistic output or for advertising purposes.

Welcome to Graphic Design online short course: Adobe Design Applications. This course aims to equip you with the fundamental digital skills to successfully use Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign. This course is perfect for those whose Adobe knowledge is outdated and are wanting to gain current knowledge and skill to keep up with industry demands as well those who are wanting to start up their own businesses and need the technical skill to develop their own marketing material. It is also ideal for those who want the technical skills to be able to design logos, posters and custom illustrations for either artistic output or for advertising purposes.

Subject Matter Expert

Mandy Roberts is a graphic designer and illustrator based in Cape Town. She learned graphic art and printmaking techniques as a teenager and continues to be fascinated with this form of visual expression. Her playful and innovative design signature combines technical expertise with artistic flair. She has been a teacher in the field of graphic design for a number of years and continues to work as a graphic designer and illustrator in the industry.

Course and Technical Requirements

In order to get the full benefit from this course, you require the following:

  • Computer/Laptop/Tablet
  • Stable internet connection
  • Firefox/Microsoft Edge/Chrome web browser (latest version)
  • Adobe Acrobat, or similar PDF viewer
  • Microsoft Word/Pages (ability to export documents as PDF files)
  • Email/Cell phone for notifications and communication
  • Ability to scan and upload documents

Learning Approach

Our online short learning programmes are broken into self-paced manageable modules designed to be interactive and engaging:

  • The programme is available to be viewed on smart devices and includes mobile, tablets and personal computers.
  • Relevant case studies, articles and recommended reading are part of supplementary resources available.
  • Apply and evaluate what you have learned in each module with the self-grading quizzes and assignment submissions
  • View a range of Introductory course videos by your Subject Matter Expert.
  • Scheduled live webinars are included with the Online Academic Tutor.
  • Network, collaborate and interact with your fellow participants and Online Academic Tutor via the discussion boards.

Certification

Upon successful completion of your course, you will be awarded a CityVarsity Online certificate.

Module Breakdown

Orientation Module

Adobe Photoshop interface and layers

Key tools, transforming, arranging, blending modes

Image editing and manipulation

Tips, tricks and exporting

Wrap-up

Learning Support

With the freedom that online education brings, CityVarsity Online students can upskill in their own time, from almost anywhere on earth. Well, anywhere where the internet is accessible, that is. But although our students may roam far and wide, they are never far out of our minds.

Each course is assigned its own Online Academic Tutor, who is ready and waiting to guide and assist their learners throughout their learning experience. The Online Academic Tutor, who is assigned to your course, is trained to build each student up to reach their fullest potential. Students can expect their Online Academic Tutor to answer questions, offer advice and provide further clarification on any academic aspects.


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