Graphic Design Basics

Course Code:

GRA 205

Course Period:

Autumn

Course Type:

Core

P:

4

Lab:

0

Credits:

4

ECTS:

7

Course Language:

İngilizce

Course Objectives:

While preparing students for project courses by providing basic graphic design knowledge to the students, sector-oriented information in the sector.

Course Content:

In this course, students are introduced to the basic concepts of graphic design in the first half of the semester. Students, graphic elements and the universal rules of graphic composition, point, line, plane, rhythm and balance, size, texture and pattern, color, shape-ground relationship, image semiology and framing, content and hierarchy, layers, transparency, modularity, grid systems learn basic graphic design concepts such as symmetry and asymmetry, diagram, time and motion, rules and irregularity by examining graphic products and examples. Samples of national and international graphic design products are presented and examined. In the second half of the semester, students are introduced to terminology, graphic products and media (posters, brochures, magazine and book covers, spatial graphics, info graphics, advertising graphics (above and below line advertising graphics, advertisement, outdoor, point of sale display materials etc.) Examples will explain the design principles, the function of graphic elements in communication and how to communicate.

Course Methodology:

1 Midterm - Final exam, homework and presentation preparation

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Examination, B: Homework C: Preparation of Presentation

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes of the Course	Learning Outcomes of the Program	Teaching Methods	Measurement Methods
Ability to solve basic design problems	1, 2,15	1,2	2,4
Takes into consideration the culture and traditions of the society in which it is located in the solution of design and artistic problems	2, 3, 4,15	1,2,3	2,3,4
Have knowledge about research methods and techniques	1, 2, 5,15	2,5	2,4
It follows the works produced by specialized designers and advertising agencies around the world.	5, 7,15	1,2,3	2,4
Improves communication skills by gaining the ability to express himself freely besides his professional experiences	6, 10,15	2, 4, 5	3,4
To be able to use this knowledge effectively in design by having knowledge and experience on basic design principles, elements and elements	1,6, 8,10,15	2, 4, 5	3,4

Course Flow

COURSE
Week	Subjects	Preliminary
1	Meet. Introduction and general information about the course
2	Eid al-Adha
3	What is design? What is Graphic Design? Design Examples
4	What are Graphic Design Elements? Point - Line - Tone - Form - Texture - Measure - What is the direction? with examples
5	Graphic Design Elements Stain - Espas - Surface - Volume - What is Area? with examples
6	Framing of Graphic Design Elements -
7	Graphic Design Elements What is Color? with examples
8	What are the Principles of Graphic Design? Contrast - Repetition - Balance - Measure - Direction - Accent
9	Graphic Design Principles Hierarchy - Ratio - Golden Rating - Proportion - Grid System with Examples
10	Researching according to the elements determined from the Principles of Graphic Design and presenting them with examples
11	Researching according to the elements determined from the Principles of Graphic Design and presenting them with examples
12	Roadshow in Turkey General consequently holiday.
13	Investigation of the terms related to the sector Investigation and discussion
14	Evaluation and group discussion of terms for the sector

Recommended Sources

SOURCES
Course’s Note	Ellen Lupton Graphic Design : The New Basics
Other	The Power of Creative Intelligence
	Görsel Grafik Tasarım Sözlüğü (Gavin Ambrose&Paul Harris) Literatür Y. Grafik Tasarım Ne İçindir? (Alice Twemlow) YEM Y.

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents
Homeworks
Exams	1Vize, 1 Final

Assessment

CONSIDERATION SYSTEM
Midterm Studies	No	Percentage of Contribution
Midterm	1	%20
Homework (research-sheet presentation)	1	%20
final exam	1	%60

Total	3	%100
Final Ratio to Success		%60
Ratio of Semester to Success		%40
Total		%100

Course’s Contribution to Program

Course’s Contribution to Program Outcomes
No	Program Learning Outcomes	Contribution Level
No	Program Learning Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	To comprehend the idea of design, nutrition with art. To be able to apply basic design principles, elements and elements					X
2	Comprehending the problems of art and design with practical studies.					X
3	Use of typography to solve art and design problems.					X
4	To give basic art education in order to perceive the basic concepts of art.					X
5	To be aware of ethical responsibility about ideas, art and design principles and elements.					X
6	Gaining the freedom to express himself while creating design. To have creative and original thinking ability and to reflect this to design					X
7	Ability to follow the life-long thinking and technology of Art and Design					X
8	Creation of personal creation in design.					X
9	Following the changing technologies of the age and using them in design.					X
10	Establishment of research culture.					X
11	Forming the idea to benefit from different design and art disciplines					X
12	It considers social culture and traditions in solving art and design problems.					X
13	To take into account the environmental impact of materials used in design analysis.					X
14	Ability to express his / her designs by using the tools and materials of the modern age in presenting to the other party.					x
15	Having the knowledge and experience about basic design principles, elements and elements to be able to use this information effectively in their designs and to use them effectively throughout the design process.					X

ECTS

ECTS / Workload Table
Activity	SAYISI	Süresi (Saat)	Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)
Course Length	14	4	56
Study Time Out of Class	14	6	84
Homeworks / translation studies	2	2	8
Presentation / Seminar Preparation
Midterm exams	1	4	4
Project / Presentation	3	4	12
Laboratory
Field Study
Semester final exam	1	4	4
Total Workload			168
Total Workload / 25 (h)			6,72
Course’s ECTS Credit			7

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