Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
DINS-0034
Organization's ID:
DINFOS-MCF-GD
Organization:
Defense Information School
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
4 weeks (176 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 graphic design
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to provide entry-level graphic design knowledge and skills for all members of the U.S. Armed Forces to fulfill the duties of a multidisciplinary assignment in public affairs and communication in support of the commander’s intent.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Create interactive multi-media product
  • Create vector image for multiple platform use
  • Create raster image for multiple platform use
  • Identify appropriate data visualization elements
  • Create animation
  • Apply graphic design workflow
  • Apply digital drawing techniques

General Topics:

  • Apply digital drawing techniques
  • Apply perspective
  • Apply gesture drawing
  • Apply shading
  • Produce a storyboard
  • Apply elements of design
  • Ideate elements for graphic design products
  • Apply graphic design workflow
  • Produce and present a design brief
  • Create a vector-based graphic design for multiple platform use
  • Create a raster-based design for multiple platform use
  • Create interactive multimedia products for print and web
  • Identify appropriate data visualization elements
  • Create animation
  • Create a portfolio
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Coaching/Mentoring
  • Discussion
  • Learner Presentations
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Performance Rubrics (Checklists)

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials