GD 302 - Information Design

Institution:

Maine College of Art

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Description:

Selected readings, presentations and projects introduce methodology for working with information graphics: maps, diagrams, charts, timelines, interfaces and graphs. This course prepares students to better design or direct these graphics in future projects. Exercises include color, hierarchy, typography and readability. Adobe Illustrator tutorials are included. This course often refers to professional situations, production and end-use. Major requirement: 3 credits/semester; 6 hours/week. Prerequisite: GD 101 and GD 102, or permission of instructor. A lab fee is charged; see rate schedule.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.meca.edu

Phone Number:

(207) 775-3052

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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