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Course Code: 
GRA 214
Course Period: 
Spring
Course Type: 
Area Elective
P: 
2
Lab: 
2
Credits: 
3
ECTS: 
5
Course Language: 
İngilizce
Course Objectives: 
Information design is the visual transmission of complex information into planned and easily understandable forms. It includes all kind of charts, diagrams, maps, drawings, and typographic compositions created for this purpose.
Course Content: 

In this course, research will be conducted on environmental graphics, information systems, symbol designs, universal design and user needs. Students will produce and present information designs for different needs and user groups throughout the semester.

Course Methodology: 
1. Lecture Method 2. Case Study Method 3. Problem Solving Method 4. Discussion Method 5. Demonstration Method 6. Group work
Course Evaluation Methods: 
1. Exam 2. Presentation 3. Homework 4. Application

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes of the Course Learning Outcomes of the Program Teaching Methods Measurement Methods
To have basic knowledge on graphic design, and environmental design. 1,2,10 1,2,3,5 1,3,4
To be able to use current technological tools effectively

 

5, 7 2,3,5 1,3,4
Ability to design by using two and three dimensional images and typography together 3, 4, 11 2,3,5 1,3,4
Ability to work interdisciplinary and to follow current developments

 

11, 7 3,4,5 1,3,4
Ability to present his / her studies effectively 8,10 3,4,5 1,3,4

 

Course Flow

COURSE
Week Subjects Preliminary
1 Examining the examples of the usage areas of the information graphics.  
2 General information about pictograms and symbols  
3 Design of pictogram and symbol sets - sketches  
4 Design of pictogram and symbol sets - digital applications  
5 Design of environmental graphic elements  
6 Environmental graphics applications  
7 Midterm exam  
8 Infographic project - examining examples  
9 Infographic project - sketches  
10 Infographic project - sketches  
11 Infographic project - digital applications  
12 Infographic project - applications for different channels  
13 Mobilization of infographic projects  
14 Presentation of the projects  

 

Recommended Sources

SOURCES
Course’s Note  
Other All printed publications and websites about motion graphics and Adobe After Effects.

 

 

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents  
Homeworks 5 Project
Exams 1 Final

 

 

Assessment

CONSIDERATION SYSTEM
Midterm Studies No Percentage of Contribution
Homework    
Midterm    
Seminar and Presentation    
Project 5 %40
Total    
Ratio of Final to Success 1 %60
Rate of Success in the Year   %40
Total   %100

 

Course’s Contribution to Program

Course’s Contribution to Program Outcomes
No Program Learning Outcomes Contribution Level
1 2 3 4 5  
1 To have theoretical background in the fields of art and design

 

      x    
2 To be able to apply basic design principles         x  
3 To have creative and original thinking ability         x  
4 Identify and solve graphic design problems         x  
5 An ability to use current technological tools in design processes at an advanced level         x  
6 To have professional and ethical responsibility about intellectual, art and design works       x    
7 Ability to follow developments in the field of Art and Design         x  
8 To be able to present ideas and designs effectively         x  
9 To be able to work as a team   x        
10 To be able to conduct research, analysis and interpretation in the field

 

        x  
11 Interdisciplinary thinking and ability to connect.         x  
12 To be aware of social and cultural values.       x    

 

ECTS

COURSE CATEGORY Expertise / Field Courses
ECTS / Workload Table
Activity Number Time
(hour)
Total Workload

(Hour)

Course Length (14 x total course time) 14 4 56
Study time out of class (Preliminary work, reinforcement) 14 1 14
Homework      
Seminar and Presentation      
Projects 2 25 50
Midterm Exam 1 8 8
Final Exam      
       
Total Workload     128
Total Workload / 25 (h)     5,12
Course’s ECTS Credit     5

 

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