Introduction to Design

Introduction to Design
9 Weeks | $595 | Online and In-class

Elements and principles, color, type, composition
This is an introductory course that will cover the elements or principles, of visual design including; contrast, balance, emphasis, movement, white space, proportion, hierarchy, repetition, rhythm, pattern, unity, and variety. These principles of design work together to create something that is aesthetically pleasing and optimizes the user experience.

Quarters Offered: Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer | Online & In-class
Course Fee: $595
Prerequisite: A basic to intermediate knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, especially in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign. This can be demonstrated by completion of the recommended prerequisites in the course matrix, or previous educational or professional experience.
Software: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro. Adobe InDesign is recommended, but not required.
Note: Fulfills 3 units towards requirements for the Communication Design Certificate program.  Required course for the Communication Design Certificate.
Next Step: Design I: Type & Symbol
Contact: For more information about this course, please email unex-digital@ucsd.edu.

Course Number: ART-40720
Credit: 3.00 unit(s)
Related Certificate Programs: Communication Design, Content Marketing

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4/11/2023 - 6/10/2023

$595

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• SECTION ID:

  171568

• CLASS TYPE:

  Online Asynchronous.
  
  This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
  You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.

• INSTRUCTOR:
  

  Escobedo, Maximo

  Máximo Escobedo teaches Introduction to Design and Design II: Information Design  for the Communication Design certificate program.  He is an accomplished designer with nearly 30 years of professional experience. He studied graphic design at San Diego State University and is a graduate of the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena with a degree in Graphics and Packaging Design. His work has been recognized by numerous local and national organizations, such as the American Institute of Graphics Arts (AIGA), Ad Club, Communications Arts, Behance, ­­­LogoLounge, Step by Step 100, and Print Regional Design Annual.   After practicing the design trade at ever increasing levels of responsibility and leadership at large corporations, small boutique ...Read More

• TEXTBOOKS:

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• POLICIES:

  Early enrollment advised.
  No UCSD parking permit required.
  No visitors permitted.
  No refunds after: 4/17/2023.
  

• NOTE:

  SCBWI/MOPA members can receive our $25 Early Enrollment discount prior to course start date. The max discount a MOPA/SCBWI member can receive for one class is $25. It is applied upon course enrollment over the phone or in person with proof of membership. This is an online course. There are no face-to-face class sessions. You'll have access to your online course on the published start date. Login on your MyExtension account, select My Courses and click the link under LOCATION.

• DATE & LOCATION:

  4/11/2023 - 6/10/2023
  extensioncanvas.ucsd.edu
  You will have access to your course materials on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.