Basics of Graphic Design (3cr)
Course unit code: LT00DB40
General information
- Credits
- 3 cr
- Teaching language
- Finnish
- Responsible person
- Osmo Mäkiniemi
Objective
The student is able to explain the key concepts related to graphic design and graphics programs. He/she is able to use the most common functions of the current graphics program and edit graphics, such as images, to fit web pages and other electronic media. He understands copyright related to web design.
Content
Basics of graphic design
Basics of composition, color theory and typography in web design
Using a graphics program
- basics of using an image editing program
- other useful graphics programs
Copyright in web design
Qualifications
Information and communication technologies
Assessment criteria, approved/failed
The student is able to apply the principles of graphic design in Internet publishing and is able to produce graphics for online publishing. All assignments / practical work have been returned in an approved manner.