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Guide for beginners

Graphic Design Fundamentals


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This course will teach everything you need to know to become a professional graphic designer.

This course will teach everything you need to know to become a professional graphic designer. Everyone needs to know the basics so that's why were’ starting with them. You need a good foundation in order to move on to the other more advanced courses.

 

First we will start with a little history on graphic design and what are the principles that have been passed on from generation to generation. Then we will discuss the main principles and outline the most important ideas related to shapes and sizes, fonts, color theory and more. Next we will dive a little more in color theory and how to use typography.

 

Every module in this course is very easy to navigate with lots of visual examples and interactive assignments to help you learn faster.

Here is the course outline:

1. Introduction- Overview

1 hr, 40 min

In this course, you will learn the most important aspects of Graphic Design and gain skills in editing programs

2. Design History

1 hr, 25 min

In this module we will explore the beginnings of design starting with the different uses of symbols in antiquity

3. Calligraphy for graphic design

1 day

Find out more about this ancient fine art tool and its uses in graphic design

4. Color theory

1 hr, 15 min

Knowing how to use colors together is a must for any graphic designer and we will learn about this in this module

5. How to use typography

In this module we will learn about how to choose and use fonts in graphic design

6. The Principles of Graphic Design

In this module we will learn about the most important principles in design that every professional should know

7. Minimalism in design

Open this module to learn about the beauty of minimalist designs.

8. Vector graphics

In this module, we will learn about vector graphics and how to use them to create great designs.

9. Logo design

In this module, you will learn the basics of logo design.

10. Graphic design trends

In this module, we will explore the latest trends in graphic design.

11. Final Test

This is the final test. You must get a 90% score to complete the course

12. Introduction- Overview

25 min

In this course, you will learn the most important aspects of Graphic Design and gain skills in editing programs

Completion

The following certificates are awarded when the course is completed:

Certificate of completion
Certificate of completion