CEIT360 INTRODUC. TO VISUAL DESIGN/BASIC ELEMENTS OF VIS. DES.
| Course Code: | 4300360 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (2.00 - 2.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 4.0 |
| Department: | Computer Education and Instructional Technology |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Undergraduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Lecturer Dr. MİHRAÇ BANU GÜNDOĞAN |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
Starting with the first human on the planet, vision has accompanied & guided us. What we see and how we perceive it has been shaped throughout history. This course starts with definitions of looking & seeing, followed by a historical perspective on visual design & discussing theories on visual perception. Assignments aim to guide the students on forming their own understanding of visual design. Laboratory activities aim at gaining basic skills for using 3ds Max.
Course Content
The course introduces the underlying concepts and principles of design in visual environments. Mainly two dimensional design and its basic definitions are given. Major concepts are: harmony, contrast, unity, colour, background, texture and order. By defining and applying these keywords to their own projects, students will be forming their own understanding of visual design.
Course Learning Outcomes
By defining and applying the keywords & topics presented under objectives to their own projects, students will be forming their own understanding of visual design.
Lab activities aim at gaining basic skills for using 3ds Max through weekly exercises and a final design project.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Level of Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| 1 | They have the skill and knowledge to use information technologies. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | They use information technology to access information, and they analyze, synthesize, and evaluate knowledge by adapting to new situations. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | They use strategies and techniques based on learning theories and apply them to solve instructional problems in a systemic and systematic way | ✔ | |||
| 4 | They have skill and knowledge in analysis, design, development, implementation and evaluation in instructional design process. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | They implement learning-teaching methods and techniques in computer education. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | They have knowledge, skill and competency about computer hardware, operating systems, computer networks and programming languages. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | They determine measurement and evaluation methods and techniques used in computer education. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | They have the ability to conduct and present results of intra-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary researches in the field of instructional technology. | ✔ | |||
| 9 | They comprehend project management processes and implement and present projects electronically. | ✔ | |||
| 10 | They have critical thinking and problem solving skills. | ✔ | |||
| 11 | They have social communication and cultural exchange skills. | ✔ | |||
| 12 | They have legal knowledge, skills and attitudes required for teaching profession and apply them in the learning environment. | ✔ | |||
0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution