GD 110 - Graphic Design I

Institution:

Mitchell College

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Description:

3 credits (spring) Prerequisites: GD101 (C- grade or better) and GD105 (C- grade or better), or permission of the instructor. Graphic Design can be defined as the application of art and communication skills to the needs of business and industry. These applications include marketing and selling products and services, creating visual identities for institutions, products and companies, and visually enhancing messages in publications, as well as graphics for television, film and the web. This course is an introduction to graphic design. Exploration of the formal elements of design, typography, layout, manipulating graphic space, logo design and advertising concepts will be the focus of this course. Lectures, discussion and hands on composing of design elements support your design solutions. Students are expected to come prepared to work in class, as well as outside of class time. NOTE: A minimum grade of C- is required to meet graduation requirements and to enroll in GD210.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mitchell.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 701-5000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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