The online e-learning provider, ALISON, has just released a suite of beginner courses on graphic design– the discipline that focus on visual communication and presentation. The courses provide a rigorous introduction to the topic and are ideal for students studying graphic and visual design, those working in Computer-Aided Design (CAD) or anyone interested in conveying ideas visually.
These free online resources present the learner with a basic introduction to the world of design and introduce its fundamentals and principles. The interactive tutorials begin by exploring how art and technology are combined to produce graphic imagery. The courses then examine various design elements including line, shape, form and texture and a variety of design principles such as composition, balance, contrast and hierarchy.
The course then delves into the practical applications of these design principles and examines production systems in the design industry and the production process more generally in areas such as printing, photography and photocopying.
The second course further examines the practical applications of the aforementioned design principles by way of real-world case-studies.
This course is a useful introduction to those who wish to learn and understand the ubiquity of graphic design in our world. On completion of the course, learners will have an enhanced understanding of how to develop compelling imagery to represent ideas effectively and aesthetically.
Learners have the option of assessing themselves on completion of the course and can then gain a certificate of completion.
To access the free ALISON Graphic Design course click on the following links
