Graphic Design for Beginners: A Practical, Project-Based Approach

Course Title: Graphic Design for Beginners: A Practical, Project-Based Approach

Course Overview: This 20-hour course is designed for beginners who want to learn graphic design in a straightforward and practical way. Focusing on essential design skills, this course will guide you through simple, real-world projects that you can use in your personal or professional life. You will learn key graphic design principles, master industry-standard tools like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, and complete projects that build your confidence and portfolio. By the end of the course, you will have created real design work that can be used in everyday situations.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand Basic Design Principles: Learn essential principles like color theory, typography, and composition.
• Master Design Software: Gain confidence in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator to create your own designs.
• Complete Real-Life Projects: Work on practical design projects like logos, social media posts, and posters.
• Learn Essential Techniques: Discover key skills like masking, selection tools, and layer management.
• Build a Portfolio: Create tangible, real-world projects that you can showcase in your design portfolio.

Course Outline:

• Introduction to Graphic Design (2 hours)
• Key Graphic Design Skills (3 hours)
• Project 1: Logo Design (4 hours)
• Project 2: Social Media Graphics (4 hours)
• Project 3: Simple Poster Design (4 hours)
• Project 4: Simple Flyer Design (4 hours)
• Capstone Project: Create a Branding Package (3 hours)
• Key Skills Covered
  • Basic Typography
  • Color Theory and Application
  • Selection Tools
  • Working with Layers
  • Basic Photo Editing
  • Alignment and Grids
  • Vector vs. Raster
  • File Preparation for Print and Web

Prerequisites:

• No prior graphic design experience required
• Basic knowledge of using computers and internet navigation

Target Audience:

• Beginners interested in graphic design
• Small business owners or entrepreneurs who want to create their own design materials
• Anyone who wants to learn graphic design in a simple, easy-to-follow manner

Course Format:

• Project-Based Learning: Each section focuses on creating real-world design projects that build your skills step-by-step.
• Hands-On Practice: You will learn by doing, with a focus on achieving practical, tangible results.
• Personal Feedback: Get feedback on your projects to help you improve and refine your designs.

Duration:

• Total Hours: 20 hours
• Format: Self-paced or live classes, with support materials available online

Certification:

• Certificate of Completion upon successful completion of the course and all projects. This certificate will demonstrate your basic graphic design skills and showcase your completed projects.