This Graphics Design course is designed to equip beginners and intermediate learners with the practical skills and creative mindset needed to excel in the design industry. Using industry-standard tools like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and CorelDRAW, students will learn how to craft professional designs for print, digital media, branding, and advertising.
Through hands-on projects, students will build a portfolio and gain proficiency in photo editing, vector illustration, logo design, layout design, and more — preparing them for real-world opportunities in freelancing, branding, marketing, and tech.
What is Graphic Design?
Types of Design (Print, Web, Brand, etc.)
Design Principles: Balance, Contrast, Alignment, Repetition, Proximity
Color Theory & Typography Basics
File Formats and Resolution
CorelDRAW Interface & Workspace Customization
Creating & Saving Projects
Shapes, Lines, and Basic Drawing Tools
Object Manipulation: Aligning, Grouping, Transforming
Working with Text and Fonts
Color Palettes and Fills
Simple Layout and Poster Design
Photoshop Interface & Tools Overview
Working with Layers & Masks
Photo Editing & Retouching Techniques
Image Composition & Blending
Creating Social Media Graphics
Filters and Effects
Saving for Web and Print
Illustrator Interface & Vector vs. Raster
Drawing Tools: Pen Tool, Shape Tool, Curves
Logo Design Process
Icon Design and Infographics
Pathfinder & Shape Builder Tools
Working with Gradients and Patterns
Understanding Branding
Designing a Logo from Concept to Final
Brand Colors, Typography & Style Guides
Business Cards, Letterheads, and Flyers
Brand Mockups
Poster Design for Events
Product Packaging Design
Resume/CV Design
Social Media Templates
Print-Ready Files and Exporting Formats
Final Project: Complete Brand Design Portfolio
How to Price Design Projects
Creating a Compelling Portfolio
Finding Design Clients Online
Preparing for Jobs or Internships
Introduction to Design Communities
Practical weekly tasks and assignments
Access to templates and resources
Certificate of Completion
Peer Review and Feedback Sessions
Final Portfolio Presentation Day
Oluwashina Sulaimon
Aramide Emmanuel
Oluwashina Sulaimon
