University of Colorado Boulder - Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers Specialization

Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers Specialization
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Overview

Textual elements, color theory, online, print & graphic design rolled into one course

Duration	4 months
Total fee	Free
Mode of learning	Online
Difficulty level	Intermediate
Official Website	Explore Free Course
Credential	Certificate
Future job roles	Equity Research, Game Development

Skills you will learn

Who should do this course?

Those who are curious about design process, or work on a team with designers can take up this course. Knowledge acquired on this course can help one empower ideas whole deciding creatives on the team so that the result turns out to be better.

What are the course deliverables?

Participants can earn a Certificate that can be shared with prospective employers as well as on professional network handles
The course will help Analyze basic design concepts to apply in professional settings, that include typography, color theory, image selection, and layout best practices.
One can also design foundational creative projects that includes business card, brochures, ads, websites and manuals.
Once can also discover techniques to work and communicate with graphic designers and other creative professionals.

More about this course

In this hands-on specialization, you will explore basic graphic design elements, color theory, images, publication design and techniques for creating effective layouts. You will also learn about typography, the creative process, the importance of brainstorming, and how to discuss and critique design in a professional setting. Page layout software and online sites will be used to incorporate and manipulate text, color, photographs and images.