Information Graphics

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

Vertical Tabs

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
No	Program Learning Outcomes	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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