Module 1: Introduction to Graphic Design
1. Introduction to Graphic Design
- Definition, history, and scope
- Application in different industries
2. Design Principles (Part 1)
- Balance, Contrast, Emphasis, Proportion
- Hands-on: Basic poster design using design principles
3. Design Principles (Part 2)
- Repetition, Movement, Rhythm, Unity
- Hands-on: Improving poster design using all principles
4.Color Theory
- Color Wheel, Complementary Colors, Analogous Colors
- Hands-on: Creating a color palette
5. Color Psychology
- Emotions evoked by different colors
- Hands-on: Designing for specific emotions using color
6. Basic Typography (Part 1)
- Typeface vs Font, Serif, Sans-Serif
- Hierarchy, Readability, and Pairing
7. Basic Typography (Part 2)
- Hands-on: Designing a quote poster focusing on typography
8. Introduction to Layout Design
- Grids, White Space, Alignment
- Hands-on: Creating a simple magazine cover
Module 2: Design Fundamentals
9. Visual Elements (Part 1)
- Lines, Shapes, Texture
- Hands-on: Designing basic compositions using these elements
10. Visual Elements (Part 2)
- Patterns and Forms
- Hands-on: Designing more complex compositions
11. Layout Design (Part 2)
- Advanced grid systems and composition
- Hands-on: Designing a complex layout with images and text
12. Basics of Branding
- Brand Identity, Logos, Business Cards
- Hands-on: Sketching initial logo ideas for a brand
13. Brand Identity Design
- Understanding Logos, Colors, and Typography in Branding
- Hands-on: Creating a logo for a mock company
14. Designing for Print vs Digital
- File formats, resolutions, RGB vs CMYK
- Hands-on: Preparing files for print and web
15. File Formats and Their Usage
- When to use JPEG, PNG, PDF, SVG
- Hands-on: Exporting files in different formats
16. Quiz and Recap of Design Fundamentals
Module 3: Adobe Photoshop
17. Photoshop Interface and Basics
- Tools, Workspace customization, Shortcuts
- Hands-on: Creating a simple image composite
18. Working with Layers and Masking
- Layer Styles, Masking technique
- Hands-on: Creating advanced photo manipulations
19. Basic Photo Editing
- Cropping, Resizing, Retouching, Color Correction
- Hands-on: Editing a portrait image
20. Advanced Image Manipulation
- Blending modes, Smart objects, Layer effects
- Hands-on: Creating a complex image manipulation
21. Creating Social Media Graphics
- Sizes for Instagram, Facebook, etc.
- Hands-on: Designing a social media post
22. Mockups and Presentation Design
- Creating mockups for T-shirts, business cards, etc.
- Hands-on: Applying designs to mockups
23. Exporting and Saving Files
- Optimizing images for the web, print-ready formats
- Hands-on: Exporting different types of graphics
24. Quiz and Photoshop Project
Module 4: Adobe Illustrator
25. Introduction to Vector Graphics
- Differences between Raster and Vector
- Hands-on: Creating basic vector shapes
26. Pen Tool Basics
- Drawing with the Pen Tool, Tracing shapes
- Hands-on: Creating complex illustrations with the Pen Tool
27. Working with Shapes and Paths
- Shape Builder, Pathfinders, and Anchor Points
- Hands-on: Creating a complex vector illustration
28. Creating Logos in Illustrator
- Icon design, Sketching, and Vectorizing
- Hands-on: Designing a simple logo
29. Typography in Illustrator
- Adding text, Advanced text effects
- Hands-on: Creating typography-based posters
30. Infographic Design
- Creating charts, graphs, and data visualizations
- Hands-on: Designing an infographic
31. Exporting and Preparing Files for Print/Web
- Hands-on: Preparing vector files for various outputs
32. Quiz and Illustrator Project
Module 5: Adobe After Effects
33. Introduction to Motion Graphics
- Interface, Tools, and Workflow
- Hands-on: Creating basic animations
34. Working with Layers and Keyframes
- Layer transformations, Keyframe animations
- Hands-on: Animating objects
35. Text Animation
- Motion typography, Text effects
- Hands-on: Creating a text animation video
36. Logo Animation
- Animating logos for branding
- Hands-on: Creating a logo reveal animation
37. Basic Video Editing in After Effects
- Editing video clips, Adding transitions
- Hands-on: Creating a short motion graphic video
38. Adding Effects and Transitions
- Working with Effects panel, Adding transitions
- Hands-on: Enhancing videos with effects
39. Exporting Videos
- Optimizing for different platforms
- Hands-on: Exporting videos for web
Module 6: CorelDRAW
41. Introduction to CorelDRAW
- Interface and tools, Basics of Vector design
- Hands-on: Designing a simple vector illustration
42. Designing Brochures and Flyers
- Layouts, Bleed, Margins, and Print Guidelines
- Hands-on: Designing a brochure for a mock business
43. Business Card Design
- Logos, Text, and Layout
- Hands-on: Creating a business card design
44. Preparing Files for Print
- Finalizing for professional printing
- Hands-on: Exporting designs for print
Module 7: Figma (UI/UX Design)
45. Introduction to UI/UX
- What is UI/UX? Design thinking process
- Hands-on: Sketching wireframes
46. Figma Interface and Tools
- Designing simple website layouts
- Hands-on: Designing a homepage UI
47. Prototyping Basics
- Linking screens, Creating clickable prototypes
- Hands-on: Making a clickable website prototype
48. Exporting Assets for Development
- Sharing assets with developers
- Hands-on: Exporting UI designs for the web
Module 8: Portfolio Development
49. Introduction to Portfolio Design
- Selecting projects, personal branding
- Hands-on: Designing your portfolio layout
50. Creating Mockups to Showcase Work
- Presenting work using mockups
- Hands-on: Applying portfolio designs to mockups
51. Designing a Portfolio Website
- Organizing work and creating a responsive portfolio
- Hands-on: Building your online portfolio
52. Portfolio Presentation Techniques
- Best practices for showcasing work
53. Client Presentation Skills
- Presenting work to clients professionally
