Graphic Design
Course Details

KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Faculty of Fine Arts and Design
Programme of Graphic Design
Course Details
Faculty of Fine Arts and Design
Programme of Graphic Design
Course Details

| Course Code | Course Name | Year | Period | Semester | T+A+L | Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04610007 | Computer Assisted Drawing | 1 | Autumn | 1 | 2+1+0 | 3 | 3 |
| Course Type | Compulsory |
| Course Cycle | Bachelor's (First Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 6 / QF-EHEA: Level 1 / EQF-LLL: Level 6) |
| Course Language | Turkish |
| Methods and Techniques | Anlatım, Tartışma ve Uygulama |
| Mode of Delivery | Face to Face |
| Prerequisites | - |
| Coordinator | - |
| Instructor(s) | Asst. Prof. Mehmet IŞIK |
| Instructor Assistant(s) | - |
Course Instructor(s)
| Name and Surname | Room | E-Mail Address | Internal | Meeting Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asst. Prof. Mehmet IŞIK | A-Z02 | [email protected] | 7676 | Thursday 11:00-15:00 |
Course Content
To comprehend the basic principles and elements of computer aided design based on observation, research, visual thinking, selectivity in perception and abstraction; to develop original design languages, to make applications based on imagination and creativity.
Objectives of the Course
In this course, it is aimed to teach students the principles and elements of computer aided design, general features and usage areas of the programme, tool panel and menus. It is aimed to develop and apply original and creative design.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
| Basic Vocational Courses | |
| Specialization / Field Courses | X |
| Support Courses | |
| Transferable Skills Courses | |
| Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses |
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|
| P3 | To be able to create innovative and original works by using abstract and concrete concepts in a visual way. | 5 |
| P4 | To be able to use computer software, technologies, techniques and innovations in the field effectively. | 5 |
| P7 | To be able to interpret and critically evaluate data using the knowledge and skills acquired in the field of graphic design, to be able to define and analyse problems, to be able to plan the process based on research and evidence, to be able to solve design problems. | 5 |
Course Learning Outcomes
| Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to: | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| No | Learning Outcomes | Outcome Relationship | Measurement Method ** |
| O1 | To be able to express a thought, a concept or a phenomenon creatively in a visual way. | P.3.2 | 1,7 |
| O2 | To be able to recognise concrete and abstract concepts in graphic design works. | P.3.4 | 1,7 |
| O3 | To be able to use related computer software and information and communication technologies effectively for design. | P.4.1 | 7 |
| O4 | To be able to present their designs through technological devices such as computer etc. | P.4.3 | 7 |
| O5 | To be able to define technical tools and equipment used in graphic design studies and applications. | P.7.2 | 1 |
| O6 | To be able to develop all processes of a design | P.7.3 | 1,7 |
| ** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7 | |||
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
| Week | Topics |
|---|---|
| 1 | Giving information about using Mac Lab. |
| 2 | Fundamentals of computer aided design. |
| 3 | Features of vector-based programmes |
| 4 | Explanation of the illustrator programme |
| 5 | Illustrator programme tools |
| 6 | Illustrator programme tools |
| 7 | Illustrator programme menus |
| 8 | Illustrator programme menus |
| 9 | Illustrator programme menus |
| 10 | Application of the project |
| 11 | Application of the project |
| 12 | Examination and evaluation of projects |
| 13 | Making corrections of the projects |
| 14 | Making corrections of the projects |
Textbook or Material
| Resources | Öztuna, H. Y. (2007). Basic Design in Visual Communication, Tibyan Publishing. |
| Uçar, T.F. (2004). Visual Communication and Graphic Design. Istanbul: İnkılap Bookstore. |
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
| In-Term Studies | Quantity | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | - | - |
| Laboratory | - | - |
| Practice | - | - |
| Field Study | - | - |
| Course Specific Internship (If Any) | - | - |
| Homework | - | - |
| Presentation | - | - |
| Projects | - | - |
| Seminar | - | - |
| Quiz | - | - |
| Listening | - | - |
| Midterms | 1 | 40 (%) |
| Final Exam | 1 | 60 (%) |
| Total | 100 (%) | |
ECTS / Working Load Table
| Quantity | Duration | Total Work Load | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Week Number and Time | 14 | 4 | 56 |
| Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) | 14 | 1 | 14 |
| Midterms | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Quiz | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Homework | 2 | 3 | 6 |
| Practice | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Workshop | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Presentation/Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fieldwork | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 5 | 5 |
| Other | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Work Load: | 90 | ||
| Total Work Load / 30 | 3 | ||
| Course ECTS Credits: | 3 | ||
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Relationship Levels | ||||
| Lowest | Low | Medium | High | Highest |
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| # | Learning Outcomes | P3 | P4 | P7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| O1 | To be able to express a thought, a concept or a phenomenon creatively in a visual way. | 5 | - | - |
| O2 | To be able to recognise concrete and abstract concepts in graphic design works. | 5 | - | - |
| O3 | To be able to use related computer software and information and communication technologies effectively for design. | - | 5 | - |
| O4 | To be able to present their designs through technological devices such as computer etc. | - | 5 | - |
| O5 | To be able to define technical tools and equipment used in graphic design studies and applications. | - | - | 5 |
| O6 | To be able to develop all processes of a design | - | - | 5 |
