VISUAL GRAPHICS DESIGN NC III

(487 HOURS)

Course Description:

This is a full-packed design development course designed to enhance the knowledge,

skills and attitude of a trainee in developing design studies. This includes PHOTOSHOP,
COREL DRAW which involves creating vector and raster graphics using a graphics
application. Moreover, DEVELOPING PRINT MEDIA, DEVELOPING ELECTRONIC MEDIA,
DEVELOPING PRODUCT PACKAGING and DESIGNING BOOTH and PRODUCT/WINDOW
DISPLAY are also key lessons in this course.

Module 1**: ADOBE PHOTOSHOP

An intensive program that covers balancing image quality and file size; manipulating
objects and images; using and modifying variable templates for printing; creating raster
graphics for final media and preparing graphic materials for printing.
Introduction to Computer Images &
Adobe Photoshop
Exploring Photoshop Basics
Image Manipulations
Working with Selections
Layer Essentials
Color Adjustments

Working with Paint Tools

Image Retouching Tools
Vector Tools & Type Essentials
Using Masking & Filters
Web Design & Animation
Automation in Photoshop

Module 2**: COREL DRAW

A course designed to equip a trainee in preparing a work environment, setting color
match between a monitor and a printer and employing various graphics application
techniques in producing artworks or objects.
Getting Started with COREL DRAW X4
Exploring Corel Fundamentals
Working with Pages
Create and modify Objects
Working with Text
Working with Color and Outlined and
Fills
Working with Layers
Shaping Objects
Using Interactive Tools
More Object Effects
Importing, Exporting and Publishing

Module 3**: DEVELOP ELECTRONIC & PRINT MEDIA

This module covers the skills, attitude and knowledge on reviewing and
interpreting the client brief, preparing the work environment, arranging elements
on page, finalizing and checking quality of work, preparing for final media,
producing printer-ready mock-up, setting command preferences , , conduct
research, select techniques, tools, delivery platform, and software/gather
materials, apply visual design and communication techniques and evaluate
design.
Principles of Visual Design & Communication
Characteristics of Digital & Traditional Graphics
Color Theory & Familiarization in Media Elements (Gathering of materials)
Interpretation of Creative Information, Scripts & Images
Development of Artistic Skills & Concept Development Graphic Design & Effective
Visual Communication Skills
Developing Company logos / Identities
Designing of Company Profile & News Letter
Creation of Brochure ( Tri Folded & Back to back brochure )
Develop Company Billboard & Ads (Tarpaulin & Standee Creation)
Develop Product Packaging ( Boxes & Stickers)
Develop Promotional Items ( Shirts, Mugs, Pen etc.)
Develop Booth & window display (Booth & Billboard creation)
Finalize Projects & Portfolios

MODULE 4: ON-THE-JOB TRAINING (250 HOURS)

The 250-hour On-the-Job Training program is designed to enhance the knowledge and
skills of the trainee through actual experience in the workplace. It also enables the
trainee to acquire specific competencies that are directly related to the course. The
trainee may fulfill this through his/her chosen local company or may choose among
PSTC tie-up companies. This also enables an opportunity to get a job referral for the
trainee.