Curricula

Objectives

Vector graphics help you create versatile graphical materials for different uses. In this course, you will learn the basics of the Adobe Illustrator.

You practice graphic design using vector graphics. Learn how to draw, edit, and combine different elements of vector graphics. You will learn how to move a picture to another program and understand the importance of different file formats.

Competences
Learning to learn
Operating in a workplace

Learning outcomes
You understand the key concepts of vector graphics and know how to design and implement vector graphics. You can take advantage of the basic features of Adobe Illustrator.

Content

Basic understanding of vector graphics application, as well as features related to drawing, typography-related functions in Adobe Illustrator. Draw, merge, color, edit, process text as part of vector graphics, take advantage of layers.

Learning materials and recommended literature

Students will be given the program instructions made by the teacher. Assignment files will be retrieved online as instructed by the teacher.

Teaching methods

Lectures, assignments.

Practical training and working life connections

Lecturer: Petri Voudinmäki, Adobe Certified Expert Indesign, Illustrator Photoshop CC

Exam dates and retake possibilities

No exam.

Student workload

54 hours. Including classroom lessons, assignments and independent work.

Further information for students

Assignments and active participation

Evaluation scale

Pass/Fail

Evaluation criteria, pass/failed

The course includes a set of assignments which must be completed.

Further information

Teaching is conducted using Adobe Illustrator. Adobe Creative Cloud offers an affordable student license.