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Course Description Course Name : Introduction to computer 1 Course Code : GRA121 Course Type : Compulsory Level of Course : First Cycle Year of Study : 1 Course Semester : Fall (16 Weeks) ECTS : 3 Name of Lecturer(s) : Learning Outcomes of the Course : Defines basic computer concepts. Allows desktop publishing programs. Defines the properties of vector and pixel-based programs. Is able to make different and original works with the support of computer software Is able to apply computer graphic design products. Mode of Delivery : Face-to-Face Prerequisites and Co-Prerequisites : None Recommended Optional Programme Components : None Aim(s) of Course : To teach the use of computers with the knowledge and skills to develop computer applications. Course Contents : Basic Computer Concepts. Pixel-based image manipulation program. Photoshop and illustrator vector-based design software application for the use of the presentation and design studies. Language of Instruction : Turkish Work Place : CU Faculty of Fine Arts Department of Graphic Design Studios   Course Outline /Schedule (Weekly) Planned Learning Activities Week Subject Student's Preliminary Work Learning Activities and Teaching Methods 1 Course content, the importance of the presentation of information on the evaluation criteria Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 2 Introduction to computers, desktop publishing programs, the introduction Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 3 Introduction to Adobe illustrator. Toolbox Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 4 Introduction to Adobe illustrator. Toolbox Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 5 Adobe illustrator - Selection Tools-create basic shapes. Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 6 Adobe illustrator - Selection Tools-create basic shapes. Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 7 Adobe Illustrator - Using the Pen tool and place photos Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 9 Adobe illustrator - work with texts Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 10 Adobe illustrator - work with texts Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 11 Adobe illustrator - use layers Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 12 Adobe illustrator - colors Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 13 Adobe illustrator - colors Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 14 Adobe illustrator - conversion and resizing tools Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation 15 Adobe illustrator - to register and export files Practice, designing Lecture, question and answer, Demonstration, Observation   Required Course Resources Resource Type Resource Name Recommended Course Material(s)  Adobe Illustrator CS5 - Yavuz Gümüştepe  ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR CS5 TRAINING SET Required Course Material(s)   Assessment Methods and Assessment Criteria Semester/Year Assessments Number Contribution Percentage     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 60     Homeworks/Projects/Others 3 40 Total 100 Rate of Semester/Year Assessments to Success 40   Final Assessments 100 Rate of Final Assessments to Success 60 Total 100   Contribution of the Course to Key Learning Outcomes # Key Learning Outcome Contribution* 1 Recognition of the basic elements and principles of art and design. 3 2 Recognition of national/international artistic and cultural elements which can effect Graphic design practices. 2 3 Following and using the current applications, innovations and technological devolopments in line with the visual communication world. 5 4 Identification of communication methods, communication elements and mass communication media 3 5 Using the basic criteria of art and design, preparing creative, original, aesthetic and economic alternative solutions for visual communication problems. 3 6 Using the information of ther field with the practices of other diciplines. 3 7 Being competent in at least one foreign language to be able to understand and communicate in the field. 0 8 Using different materials, paints and technological tools in the process of design. 2 9 Using research methods, techniques and dialectic to make access to information. 3 10 Operating information and communication technologies effectively, both in learning process and design process. 5 11 Being a responsible citizen with his/her awareness of social, cultural, scientific and artistic values. 3 12 Ability to work effectively and take responsibility during individual or group work. 2 13 Using time efficiently with planned, careful and disciplined work. 3 14 Ability to read, understand and interpret his/her acquirements with a critical perspective. 2 15 Having the self-confidence and ability of communicating, written, orally and visually. 2 16 Establishing effective communication with his/her colleagues, employers and persons he/she works with. 3 17 Showing personal and professional care in protecting the environment and defending the ethical and legal values of the profession. 3 18 Being aware of the role and importance of graphic design in social life. 3 19 Taking responsibility in the use of correct language when designing. 3 20 Creating designs that serve its purpose, communicates successfully and reaches the target audience. 4 * Contribution levels are between 0 (not) and 5 (maximum).   Student Workload - ECTS Works Number Time (Hour) Total Workload (Hour) Course Related Works     Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) 14 3 42     Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) 5 5 25 Assesment Related Works     Homeworks, Projects, Others 3 4 12     Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) 1 1 1     Final Exam 1 1 1 Total Workload: 81 Total Workload / 25 (h): 3.24 ECTS Credit: 3