GRAPHIC & VISUAL DESIGN Co-op
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DESCRIPTION
This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
In this diploma program students will acquire the knowledge, skills, and self-confidence to work as visual and graphic art designers in variety of digital media industries. Students will become proficient digital artists using industry standard software and will apply contemporary design theory and digital tools and techniques to a wide variety of industry specific design problems. Dedicated production studio time at the end of each term provides students with the opportunity to complete and enhance term assignments and portfolio pieces. Graduate portfolios will clearly illustrate a passion for design and a desire to consistently and creatively solve challenging design problems.
Additionally, this program includes a co-op work experience component. This allows students to gain practical, hands-on experience in the industry, applying their skills in real-world settings and further enhancing their portfolios.
OVERVIEW
- Program Length:
Total 90 weeks – 1800 hours *
- Delivery Method:
In-Class
Distance – Synchronous
Combined – Synchronous
- Credential Upon Graduation:
Graphic & Visual Design Diploma with Co-Op
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Mature student status ( British Columbia 19 years old and plus)
ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS
- IELTS: 5.5 (or better)
- TOEFL (paper): 520 (or better)
- TOEFL (CBT): 190 (or better)
- TOEFL (IBT): 70 (or better)
- Cambridge: FCE (or better)
- Intermediate (or better) Certificate from a Language Canada-accredited school
- Pearson English Placement Test at the Intermediate level
- Pass the College’s English Language Proficiency exam
- Has earned a high school graduation diploma from a Canadian high school or earned a diploma from secondary school (or above) in a system in which English is the official language
PROGRAMS COURSES
This course introduces students to industry standard bitmap imaging and manipulation software. Students will become familiar with the application’s framework and basic tool set.
This course introduces students to industry standard vector imaging and manipulation software. Students will become familiar with the application’s framework and basic tool set.
This course introduces students to industry standard document publishing software. Students will become familiar with the application’s framework and basic tool set.
This course introduces students to industry standard non-linear digital video editing software. Students will become familiar with the application’s framework and basic tool set.
This course introduces students to digital photography terminology, composition, and techniques for gathering digital images using digital imaging devices.
This course provides students with a concentrated end term block of time to apply the skills and knowledge gained to refine and/or complete any outstanding term design assignments. Students will be introduced to the ‘design brief’.
This course introduces students to traditional 2D drawing, by drawing simple objects derived from lines, shapes, and forms. Students will learn how to use simple shading patterns to enhance the end result.
Students will explore the elements and principles of visual information design, color, visual perception, symbols and identity.
This course introduces students to the physics and fundamentals of color theory. Practical exercises will allow students to explore their own creativity when presented with simple design challenges.
This course presents the basic principles of typography and its significance in visual communication design. Students will explore the history and evolution of traditional and digital typography.
This course introduces students to the history and fundamental elements and principles of graphic design. Practical exercises will allow students to explore their own creativity when presented with design challenges.
This course builds on previous learning by introducing students to drawing in 3 dimensions. This course explores the use of more complex shapes and 3D drawing techniques when creating real world objects. Students will learn how to draw using perspective, scale, and proportion. Students will also gain an understanding of light source placement and shadow casting and how these translate into a final 3D drawing.
This course builds upon theoretical constructs and skill sets introduced in Photoshop I. Students will learn advanced application functions and features including using and apply layers, slices, roll-overs, image maps, blends, and painting and compositing tools in the manipulation of images and in the creation of original work. Students will be introduced to design problem solving methodologies that will assist them in solving more complex design challenges.
This course builds upon the techniques introduced in Illustrator I. Students will explore intermediate application vector-based functions and features. These will be applied to a variety of more complex design challenges. Students will be required to create original design solutions. Application specific output formats will be introduced.
This course builds upon theoretical constructs and skill sets introduced in InDesign I. Students will explore intermediate techniques and methodologies used in contemporary page layout design across a variety of simple document types and media applications. Students will create a short form color document.
This course builds upon constructs and skill sets introduced in Typography I. Students will learn how to use digital type as an advanced creative design element to significantly impact visual communication messages when solving design challenges.
This course provides students with a concentrated end term block of time to apply the skills and knowledge gained to date to refine and/or complete any outstanding term design projects or assignments.
Design solution inspiration can come from variety of sources. Successful designers consistently apply concept development strategies that are based on the five stages of ‘design thinking’ – empathize, define, ideate, prototype, and test. In this course students will learn how to apply design thinking when addressing design challenges.
This course explores packaging design principles by emphasizing utility, aesthetics, form, manufacturing processes, and commercial and governmental regulations. Students will be required to develop design solutions that will take these variables into consideration while making the end product visually appealing and marketable.
Students will explore traditional, mobile and social media marketing, promotion, and advertising theory and practice in the creation of successful ads. Students will be introduced to the planning and execution of advertising material and the principles of design as applied to layout, color, and typography
In this course students will be introduced to web design trends and practice. Students will organize, create, publish, and manage a website that incorporates a variety of graphic elements and effects.
This course builds upon the skills sets developed in InDesign II. Students will further their knowledge by exploring advanced techniques in print production, electronic prepress, color calibration and management. Students will create complex long form documents and publish them to a variety of devices and delivery vehicles.
This course provides students with a concentrated end term block of time to apply the skills and knowledge gained to date to refine and/or complete any outstanding term design projects. Students will be required to present and defend a selection of portfolio pieces.
This course allows students to develop the skills they have gained in InDesign III by introducing them to advanced principles, techniques, and processes involved in creating digital and print-based publications. Students will learn how to design complex publications to be delivered in hardcopy and digital formats using a variety of digital delivery technologies.
Students will learn the principles, practices, and interrelationships between marketing, the constraints applied by budgets, corporate marketing strategies, consumerism and culture, and the design of advertising material in both a local and global context across a variety of delivery vehicles. Students will choose an advertising scenario with a given constraint and will propose and defend three possible advertising design solutions.
In this course students will explore the design challenges in creating a corporate identity including brand strategy, logotype, and identity development. They will learn to align print, TV, web, mobile, and site specific brand rollouts.
This course introduces students to mobile and touch screen design and usability principles and practices in creating mobile user experiences. Students will apply these principles in the creation of a cross platform mobile user application.
This course introduces students to the principles and elements of motion design including the creation of assets, the relationship between typography and asset types and the role of narrative or story. Students will bring their knowledge of design, illustration and digital creativity to the creation of a short animation or digital video.
This course provides students with a concentrated end term block of time to apply the skills and knowledge gained to date to refine and/or complete any outstanding term design projects. Based on the feedback in PROD300 students will present a final draft of their portfolio selections.
Feedback from Term 5 portfolio review will inform and guide students in the final iterative stages of their portfolio development. The result will reflect a professional design focus, a personal design philosophy and will showcase outstanding examples of their work. Students will present their completed portfolio to a panel of their peers and industry representatives.
This course prepares students for their transition to the professional world of work. Students will learn how to showcase their skills using a variety of traditional and social media vehicles, how to participate in a job interview, how to professionally manage their media presence, and how to navigate office etiquette and politics.
TUITION
Tuition Fees | $33,000 |
Application Fee | $250 |
Admin Fee | $250 |
Course Material fee | $385 |
Course Textbook fee | $475,50 |
Total program cost | $34,360 |
All prices are in Canadian Dollars
Textbook and Material Fee + 5% Tax
Refunds based on the return policy guidelines
Tuition Fees | $39,000 |
Application Fee | $250 |
Admin Fee | $750 |
Course Material fee | $385 |
Course Textbook fee | $475,50 |
Total program cost | $40,860,5 |
All prices are in Canadian Dollars
Textbook Fee + 5% Tax
Refunds based on the return policy guidelines
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Career opportunities in hospitality are growing steadily as the industry continues to boom and evolve
- Digital Media
- Print and Branding
- Web and media design
- Package Designer
- Marketing and advertising design
- Corporate Designer
INTAKE DATES
- August 6th
- September 3rd
- October 7th
- November 4th
- December 2nd
BEFORE APPLICATION
Check the admission requirements. Programs are offered on a first-qualified, first-admitted basis. Check that all the requirements are met before applying.
CHECK APPLICATION REQUIREMENT
- Start a new application.
- Create on “Create Application.”
- Choose the level of study, program, and term.
- Provide the required documents and information.
- Click “Review and Submit.”
- Submit your application.
- Check your email inbox for a copy of the receipt.
- Monitor the application's status regularly.
APPLICATION FEES
- International application fee: $250
- Application fees and assessment fees are non-refundable.
- Application fees are not transferrable. Students applying to a different program must pay the application fee again.
- Applications are withdrawn if an offer is rejected and the program applied to has started. To re-apply, a new application fee will be required.
PROGRAMS COURSES
Check the admission requirements. Programs are offered on a first-qualified, first-admitted basis. Check that all the requirements are met before applying.
- A letter of offer is issued to qualified applicants if program seats are available.
- Waitlist confirmation is issued to qualified applicants if program seats are reserved or full.
- Additional documents may be requested if students do not meet the admissions requirements. If you have any questions, please reach out to [email protected]