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Program of Graphic Design

SGRA117

INDUSTRIAL GRAPHICS

Course Code
SGRA117
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
2 + 2
ECTS
4
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS4
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Knowledge of art history.
  2. The ability to use technical equipment and artistic production techniques in graphic design.
  3. Experience in all disciplines of graphic design.
  4. Developed skills for multi-dimensional perception, thinking, designing, and application.
  5. The ability to think project-based, develop projects, or work effectively and efficiently on an existing project.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionThis course covers the intersection of graphic design with industrial production processes. It aims to equip students with the skills to develop designs in industrial visual communication areas such as product promotion, corporate identity applications, environmental graphics, packaging systems, and fair and exhibition designs. The course teaches methods for creating solutions that are interactive with industry, suitable for production, and that consider cost, material, and technical limitations. Projects are developed based on real or scenario-based brand/product problems.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Course information.
2nd Week What is industrial graphics? Its areas of use and history.
3rd Week Product and graphic integration, visual guidance, and ease of use.
4th Week ISO symbols, safety warnings, and color codes.
5th Week Printing surfaces, industrial development, and feedback.
6th Week Students develop a graphic identity system for a product they have chosen.
7th Week Project development and feedback.
8th Week Midterm Week.
9th Week Logos, icons, and corporate identity in industrial products.
10th Week Application of the graphic system for the chosen industrial product.
11th Week Project development and feedback.
12th Week Project development and feedback.
13th Week Project development and feedback.
14th Week Finalizing projects for presentation and evaluation.
Recommended or Required Reading1. Ambrose, G., & Harris, P. (2011). Packaging the brand: The relationship between packaging design and brand identity. AVA Publishing.
2. Lupton, E., & Phillips, J. C. (2015). Graphic design: The new basics (2nd ed.). Princeton Architectural Press.
3. Hembree, R. (2006). The complete graphic designer: A guide to understanding graphics and visual communication. Rockport Publishers.
4. Shaughnessy, A. (2010). How to be a graphic designer without losing your soul (2nd ed.). Princeton Architectural Press.
5. Wong, W. (1993). Principles of form and design. Wiley.
6. ISO. (n.d.). International Organization for Standardization ? Graphical symbols. https://www.iso.org/ics/01.080.10/x/
7. Packaging of the World. (n.d.). Creative Package Design Gallery. https://www.packagingoftheworld.com (Gerçek projeler üzerinden endüstri grafiği örnekleri.)
8. The Dieline. (n.d.). The Dieline: Packaging & Branding Design Archive. https://thedieline.com (Markalı ambalaj grafiği çözümleri ve üretim örnekleri.)
9. Autodesk. (n.d.). AutoCAD learning and training resources. https://www.autodesk.com/learning (Teknik çizim ve endüstriyel vektör grafik tasarımı için kaynaklar.)
10. Adobe. (n.d.). Illustrator User Guide. https://helpx.adobe.com/illustrator/user-guide.html (Endüstriyel grafik üretimi için vektörel tasarım araçları eğitimi.)

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Project
  • Uygulama
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 40
Total(%) 40
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 40
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 60
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 3 3
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 3 3
Homework
Presentation (including preperation) 2 7 14
Project 2 8 16
Total Work Load120
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4
ECTS Credit of the Course4
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes

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K1 X
K2 X
K3 X
K4 X
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K8 X
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