Basics of Graphic Design and Technical CapabilitiesLaajuus (10 cr)

Objective

The student
• knows the concepts of graphic design and understands the special requirements of various graphic products
• knows how to communicate with images, text and their combined effect, and uses tools intended for professional use
• knows how to apply their graphic design skills in practice
• understands the job description of a visual communication designer
• understands the key themes of sustainable development related to the designer's job description and especially the production process.

Content

• Concepts of graphic design
• Understanding the field and job description of graphic design
• Ideation and problem solving skills
• Design programs intended for professional use
• Various publishing environments and planning for them
• Preparation for printing

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student
• knows the concept of graphic design and can understand the special requirements of various graphic products
• knows how to communicate with images, text and their combined effect, as well as use design programs intended for professional use
• understands the job description of a visual communication designer
• knows how to apply their graphic design skills in practice
• participates in the teaching to the required extent
• completes the assigned tasks with approval and knows the main contents of the course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student
• knows graphic design and understands the special requirements of various graphic products
• knows how to communicate with images, text and their combined effect, as well as use design programs intended for professional use
• understands the job description of a visual communication designer
• knows how to apply their graphic design skills in practice
• actively participates in teaching
• completes the assigned tasks independently, showing initiative, and returns the assignments on time
• masters the contents of the course and knows how to apply what they have learned to his own work
• is capable of independent information acquisition.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student
• knows graphic design and understands the special requirements of various graphic products
• knows how to communicate with images, text and their combined effect, as well as use design programs intended for professional use
• understands the job description of a visual communication designer
• knows how to apply their graphic design skills in practice
• participates in teaching actively and in a self-directed manner
• completes the assigned tasks independently, showing initiative and creative problem-solving ability, and returns the assignments on time
• can apply the things taught in the course in an original way to their own work
• is capable of independent knowledge acquisition and application of knowledge
• demonstrates the development of professional identity.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student
• knows the concept of graphic design and can understand the special requirements of various graphic products
• knows how to communicate with images, text and their combined effect, as well as use design programs intended for professional use
• understands the job description of a visual communication designer
• knows how to apply their graphic design skills in practice
• participates in the teaching to the required extent
• completes the assigned tasks with approval and knows the main contents of the course.