GRAPHIC DESIGN PRODUCTION
Program Outline
Major: GRDP
Length: 2 Years
Delivery: 4 Semesters
Credential: Ontario College Diploma
Effective: 2011-2012
Location: Barrie
Start: Fall
Description
The 2-Year Graphic Design Production program involves interdisciplinary, problem-solving activities which combine visual sensitivity with skill and knowledge in the area of communications, technology and business. These professions specialize in the structuring of visual information to aid communication and orientation.
Career Opportunities
At an entry-level of responsibility, graduates of the 2-Year program assist senior designers in the development and production of design work within constraints set by employers and the market. Graduates work under supervision and as team members. They apply a working knowledge of design fundamentals, typography and technology including standard software, mechanical and photographic techniques.
Graduates will provide clients with all or some of the following services: advertising, art directing, coordination, costing, design and aesthetic judgement, desktop publishing, illustration, image production, planning, project management, quality control and research. Graduates may specialize in one or more of these media: audio visual, electronic, exhibit/display, multi-media, print, packaging, or signage. Students are student members of the Association of Registered Graphic Designers of Ontario (RGD Ontario).
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- develop and implement solutions to routine problems encountered in the development and production phases of the graphic design process;
- develop effective visual communications through the application of design theories and principles according to specifications;
- apply typographic skills and knowledge to develop effective visual communications;
- use a variety of routine technologies to capture and manipulate design elements in producing a final product;
- work in a professional manner, maintaining professional relationships and communicating effectively with co-workers, supervisors and others.
Program Progression
Sem 1 - Fall 2011
Sem 2 - Winter 2012
Sem 3 - Fall 2012
Sem 4 - Winter 2013
Articulation Agreements
A number of articulation agreements have been negotiated with universities and other institutions across Canada, North America and internationally. These agreements are assessed, revised and updated on a regular basis. Please contact the program co-ordinator for specific details if you are interested in pursuing such an option. Additional information can be found on our website at www.georgianc.on.ca/academics/articulations/.
Admission Requirements
Applicants following the OSS curriculum must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD - 30 credits) or equivalent. Applicants following the OSS curriculum also require Grade 12 English (C) or (U) (ENG4C, ENG4U).
Applicants who are 19 years of age or over by the first day of classes, and who lack the academic entrance qualifications, may be considered for entrance to an appropriate post-secondary diploma or certificate program as mature applicants. Each applicant will be considered on an individual basis and acceptance will be determined by counselling, Communication Placement Assessment (CPA), previous post-secondary education and evaluation of experience. Some programs also have specific prerequisite requirements that must be met prior to admission. Mature applicants must meet all program specific prerequisites. Those applying as mature students and having no documentation of Grade 12 education must supply, if required, proof of age, such as a copy of an official birth certificate or driver's licence. Refer to Sections 2.5 and 2.6 of the Academic Calendar for further details.
Selection Process
All applicants must submit a PORTFOLIO with a LETTER OF INTENT for review. Successful graduates of the Art & Design Fundamentals, One-Year Certificate Program (Program Major: AADF) at Georgian College are exempt from this requirement. Should a portfolio not meet requirements, applicants are considered for acceptance to the Art & Design Fundamentals, One-Year Certificate Program (AADF) as an alternate program choice, provided space is available.
LETTER OF INTENT: A letter of intent should clearly outline reasons for your program choice, your career goals, and a description of personal abilities and attitudes that will help you in achieving your goals. The letter should be edited for grammar, spelling and clarity and should be produced using word processing computer software. The letter of intent must be included in your portfolio.
PORTFOLIO: A portfolio should demonstrate readiness to enter and succeed in the chosen program. It should contain 12 pieces of your best original work, as outlined below. Please label your artwork 1 through 12 and include a typed sheet that briefly describes the work and media used (for example: Drawing #1 - Still Life/Pen & Ink).
3 Black and White Drawings:
* 1 figure or portrait
* 1 still life
* 1 choice (DO NOT SUBMIT anime, cartoons, comic book characters, etc.)
3 Works in Colour:
* 1 figure or portrait
* 1 still life
* 1 choice (DO NOT SUBMIT anime, cartoons, comic book characters, etc.)
3 Examples of Graphic Design:
* 3 pieces that incorporate type and image
(poster, yearbook, advertisement, magazine article, brochure, logo, etc.)
* Can be hand-rendered or computer generated
3 Works of Your Choice:
* Can include a sketchbook as one choice.
* Can include paintings, drawings, digital work, etc., or more of the above .
* (DO NOT SUBMIT anime, cartoons, comic book characters ,etc.)
Evaluation Criteria: The faculty team assessing your work will be looking for
* originality (copies of existing work or clip art are not acceptable)
* personal expression and creativity
* competence in the use of line, tone, texture, perspective, light and shadow
* evidence of understanding of colour relationships and effective applications
* use of a variety of media
* presentation, organization of material, matting, mounting, etc. (framing is not required)
Graduation Requirements
19 Mandatory Courses
2 Communications Courses
3 General Education Courses
Graduation Eligibility
To graduate from this program, the passing weighted average for promotion through each semester, from year to year and to graduate is 60%. Additionally, a student must attain a minimum of 50% or a letter grade of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) in each course in each semester.
Mandatory
BUSI2004 Professional Practices for Designers 1
COMP1020 Digital Page Layout 1
COMP1021 Adobe Photoshop 1
COMP2033 Web Design 1
COMP2035 Adobe Illustrator 1
COMP2039 Digital Page Layout 2
DRWG1002 Applied Drawing Techniques
DRWG1003 Graphic Illustration
GRPH1000 Typography
GRPH1001 Graphic Design 1
GRPH1002 Graphic Design 2
GRPH2000 Graphic Design 3
GRPH2001 Production Studio 1
GRPH2002 Production Studio 2
GRPH2003 Graphic Design 4
GRPH2004 Package Design 1
HSTY2001 History of Illustration and Graphic Design
PHOT1005 Photographic Communication
PRNT1002 Print Production
The descriptions that follow provide brief outlines of the courses. Please note that some courses have prerequisite and/or corequisite requirements not shown here, that need to be met in order to enroll in the course. You will be advised of any requisite requirements during the registration process, or you can contact the academic area for further details.
Communications
COMM1001 Communications at Work
Plus one addition communications to be selected from College list
(Note: this is in addition to any mandatory communications listed for the program)
General Education Courses
To be selected from College list
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
BUSI2004 Professional Practices for Designers 42.0 Hours
This course orients learners to the principles of design business practices. The content deals with topics such as communication, time management, interviews, resume development, self promotion and portfolio development and presentation.
COMM1001 Communications at Work 42.0 Hours
In the workplace, employers require high standards of communication skills. Students develop their communication skills for the workplace as they research, write and edit work-related correspondence and reports. Using technology, they individually and collaboratively design and deliver professional presentations and meetings. This course focuses on communication tasks specific to students' program areas and their future careers.
COMP1020 Digital Page Layout 1 42.0 Hours
This hands-on course will emphasize the capabilities of QuarkXPress and InDesign as graphic design tools for both single and multiple page layouts on the Macintosh computer.
COMP1021 Adobe Photoshop 1 42.0 Hours
This course introduces the capabilities of Adobe Photoshop as a tool for the designer. Students apply technical skill in the manipulation and retouching of images for print and digital application.
COMP2033 Web Design 1 42.0 Hours
This hands-on course explores the use of the World Wide Web for communicating ideas and concepts for business and information purposes. Students will plan, design and develop their own Web site.
COMP2035 Adobe Illustrator 1 42.0 Hours
In this hands-on course, students will learn how to use the drawing program Adobe Illustrator to create illustrations and logos as well as other types of original artwork on the Macintosh computer.
COMP2039 Digital Page Layout 2 42.0 Hours
This hands-on course builds on the skills learned in Digital Page Layout 1, emphasizing advanced techniques for the professional designer. Learning occurs through the use of project-based assignments.
DRWG1002 Applied Drawing Techniques 42.0 Hours
This studio course deals with the fundamentals of representational image making and the application of design elements and principles, as required by graphic illustrators, graphic designers, interior designers and industrial designers.
DRWG1003 Graphic Illustration 42.0 Hours
This course is designed to further develop the students' rendering skills and general understanding of professional illustration by focusing on the concepts and classifications of the industry. Various styles and media will be explored and the relationship between type and image will be addressed.
GRPH1000 Typography 42.0 Hours
This course introduces students to letter forms and type applications as they are used by the graphic designer. The course includes typographic terminology, comprehensive rendering of display letter forms, and assignments focusing on use of letter forms as design.
GRPH1001 Graphic Design 1 42.0 Hours
This is a project-based course involving two-dimensional design. Emphasis is placed on visual problem-solving, studio skills and production of design solutions.
GRPH1002 Graphic Design 2 42.0 Hours
Graphic Design 2 builds on visual problem-solving and studio skills introduced in Graphic Design 1. Computers will be required to output solutions. Skills acquired in various computer courses will be utilized when creating solutions.
GRPH2000 Graphic Design 3 42.0 Hours
This is a project-based course involving two-dimensional design in conjunction with editorial, advertising and promotional materials design. Emphasis is placed on the integration of graphic design skills, typography, creative visual problem-solving, print production, and professional presentation. Students are encouraged to use proper terminology in order to effectively discuss and critique design, to focus on client requirements for projects, and to adhere to strict deadlines.
GRPH2001 Production Studio 1 42.0 Hours
This computer-based course will introduce students to proper digital file construction with a focus on sheet-fed offset presses. Type management, artwork preparation, print, digitization of images, colour reproduction, scanning image file formats and colour management will be addressed.
GRPH2002 Production Studio 2 42.0 Hours
This course builds on skills developed in Production Studio 1 in exploring the role of the production designer in the preparation of electronic files. The course emphasizes creating electronic documents for high-quality print in a variety of formats.
GRPH2003 Graphic Design 4 42.0 Hours
This is a project-based course involving two-dimensional design in conjunction with editorial, advertising and promotional materials design. The integration of related graphic skills, creative visual problem- solving and print production will continue, with emphasis placed on developing a portfolio of work that best represents students' creativity and skill in graphic design.
GRPH2004 Package Design 1 42.0 Hours
This studio course will explore the role of applied graphics and packaging. Emphasis will be placed on concept, marketing, design and presentation.
HSTY2001 History of Illustration and Graphic Design 42.0 Hours
This course examines the tradition of illustrative and graphic arts. Graphic design or visual communication begins in prehistoric times and can be traced through the beauty of Egyptian hieroglyphics to the evolution of the phonetic alphabet. Medieval manuscripts, Gutenberg's printing press, and the 20th century explosion of imaging are all part of this tradition. The course allows students the opportunity of examining graphic design as an integral part of history.
PHOT1005 Photographic Communication 42.0 Hours
This course will explore how photography is used to communicate an idea or concept. Emphasis will be placed on examining the relationship and interaction between the graphic designer and photographer in the creation of images. Students will learn how to create photographic images for application in the graphic design field.
PRNT1002 Print Production 42.0 Hours
This course introduces students to the stages and procedures necessary to prepare conceptual artwork for print. Traditional as well as contemporary production methods are explored. Students will develop and enhance interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work with clients, peers and suppliers involved in the print production process.
Adults with significant life and work experience may receive credits toward a college certificate or diploma program through an assessment process.
More information about Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR)
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Last Update: March 08, 2012.