Graphic Design Course Description
GRAPHIC DESIGN I (GD I) (11155A001)
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Level: |
11 and 12th grade |
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Class Location: |
Freeport High School, Freeport |
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Time: |
7:30 - 9:00 a.m., Mon. - Fri. |
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Length: |
One year, double period |
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H.S. Credit: |
2 credits per year |
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Prerequisite: |
Knowledge of the fundamentals of design |
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CAREERTEC Fees: |
$30, to be paid by student/parent at High School during registration |
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Calendar: |
This course follows the CAREERTEC calendar |
Discover the world of commercial design applications and the kaleidoscope of career opportunities! The core of Graphic Design I focus on real-world applications of graphic design (2D) and/or product design (3D) techniques and processes. The objective of the course is to solve design problems utilizing the design fundamentals (e.g. typography, shape description, color and drawing etc.) in combination with professional computer programs and hardware. Projects may include the development of brochures, brand identity, package/product design, specialty products/printing (T-shirts, mugs, vinyl), 2D and/or 3D animation, and video. The course curriculum will include professional software applications and equipment, design theory, photography, basic 2D & 3D animation, video, and associated material processes and production techniques for all curricular areas. Emphasis of this course will be placed on software skill development, design thinking, presentation techniques, portfolio development, and professional/social employability skills necessary to succeed in these career fields.
GRAPHIC DESIGN II (GD II) (11155A002)
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Level: |
12th grade |
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Class Location: |
Freeport High School, Freeport |
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Time: |
7:30 - 9:00 a.m., Mon. - Fri. |
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Length: |
One year, double period |
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H.S. Credit: |
2 credits per year |
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Prerequisite: |
Completion of Graphic Design I with C or better and interview with Instructor |
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CAREERTEC Fees: |
$30, to be paid by student/parent at High School during registration |
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Calendar: |
This course follows the CAREERTEC calendar |
The second year continues on from the first-year experiences to engage students in more complex and individualized design projects. Students will gain more experience in real-world applications of both graphic design (2D) and/or product design (2D), photography, animation, and/or product design (3D) techniques and processes. The objective of the course is to solve design problems utilizing the design fundamentals (e.g. typography, shape description, color, and drawing etc.) in combination with professional computer programs, and hardware projects may include the development of brochures, posters, brand identity, package & product design, screen printing (T-shirts), 2D and/or 3D animation and video. The course curriculum will include professional software applications and equipment, design theory, photography, basic 2D & 3D animation, video, and associated material processes and production techniques for all curricular areas. Emphasis of this course will be placed on software skill development, design thinking, presentation techniques, portfolio development, and professional/social employability skills necessary to succeed in these career fields.