Design for Advertising

Summer 2019 > Computer Related > GRFX.3150 > 061

Course No: GRFX.3150-061; SIS Class Nbr: 1296; SIS Term: 2840
Course Status: Registration Closed

Course Description

Instruction in the design and layout of commercial advertisements as well as the creative aspects of advertising are integral parts of this course. Practical problems and technical guidance from preliminary layouts to finished work will help preliminary layouts to finished work will help prepare students for the commercial art field. Students will prepare an advertising campaign concept and translate it into a professionally-designed commercial series for use in their portfolios. This course will focus on the integration of design with the overall advertising message. Formerly 70.392. 3 credits/3 contact hours.

Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor

  • Prerequisites: GRFX 2000 (formerly 70.291 or ARTS 2100) and GRFX 2020 (formerly ARTS 2400 or ARTS 2300) Familiarity with Adobe Photoshop and InDesign are recommended; and Online and Continuing Education Majors, Certificates and Non-Degree OCE Students Only.
  • Core Codes: AH
  • Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
  • Instructor: Regina Milan
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When Offered & Tuition

  • Online Course
  • 2019 Summer: May 20 to Jul 28
  • Chat Hours: Tue 8-9pm*
  • Course Level: Undergraduate
  • Tuition: $1140
  • Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.

*Chat Hours provide an opportunity for the instructor and students to communicate in "real time". It is an informative and interactive session where course related questions, answers, and discussions take place. While student attendance during chat hours is not required, it is highly recommended. Weekly chat sessions are archived for students who are not able to participate in the live chat sessions at the scheduled times.

Related Programs: B.L.A. in Liberal Arts, Certificate in Graphic Design & Digital Imaging

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