Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
- identify various components of visual organisation (typography, grid, colour, illustrations, photography) and their roles in different media and modes of expression
- compare the use of print-based grid systems to the ones used in contemporary media environments
- explain the basic principles of different colour systems and gain confidence in working with colour
- consider the impact of materials, media, and technology to visual forms of expression
- evaluate the parallels and tensions between tactile and digital design outcomes
Credits: 3
Schedule: 30.10.2020 - 04.12.2020
Teacher in charge (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022): Arja Karhumaa
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Päivi Häikiö, Arja Karhumaa
Contact information for the course (valid 08.10.2020-21.12.2112):
Päivi Häikiö: paivi.haikio@aalto.fi
CEFR level (applies in this implementation):
Language of instruction and studies (valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022):
Teaching language: English
Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
This course offers a reassessment of the established methods of graphic design as part of a broad and diverse visual culture. The course addresses graphic design narrowed down to spatial organisation of visual elements and considers how its methods and genealogies travel across the contemporary media landscape.
Through observations on past and present design outcomes as well as class exercises, you get a chance to update your notions of basic components of visual communication such as form, scale and hierarchy, typography, grid and colour systems, as well as the use of illustrative elements. The aim is to refresh your skills to high contemporary standards, but also to re-evaluate which of the traditional and well-established notions of aesthetic quality in design are relevant in current conditions, where audiences scatter, and the tactile and the digital often co-exist rather than oppose each other.
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Good attendance and submitted course assignments. Successful completion of the course requires 80 % attendance.
Applies in this implementation:
Short paper based on selected themes as final assignment, and/or artistic projects that demonstrate aspects of the subject.
In-class: Good attendance, engaging in exercises, discussion, teamwork: 60% / Final Project: 40%
Workload
Applies in this implementation:
Class work 24 h, independent work 57 h
DETAILS
Study Material
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
Study materials are provided at the beginning of the course.
Prerequisites
Valid 01.08.2020-31.07.2022:
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SDG: Sustainable Development Goals
5 Gender Equality
10 Reduced Inequality
11 Sustainable Cities and Communities
16 Peace and Justice Strong Institutions
- Teacher: Helander Päivi
- Teacher: Karhumaa Arja