Monash College Unit Guide

BASIC DESIGN STUDIO A (MCD1330)

Purpose

To provide a foundation unit this introduces the understanding of two-dimensional design principles to students of art and design.

Prerequisites

Nil.

Learning outcomes

On completion of this unit, students should be able to:

1. understand and apply the design process
2. recognise and analyse 2 dimensional elements of design: shape, tone, line, texture, pattern, and colour;
3. recognise, analyse and use the principles of design
4. recognise some of the theoretical and psychological issues of selected colour theories; and,
5. recognise, analyse and use typography
6. understand and apply the nomenclature of design

Assessment

Assignments: 100%. This unit consists of 9 projects. Each of the assigned projects demands the implementation of various elements and principles of design.

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