ACD 105 - Vector Based Drawing

5 Credits

Learn how to create professional quality graphics using powerful digital drawing tools. Topics covered include the digital drawing workspace; basic vector shapes and drawing tools; working with layers, colors and blending; and converting original artwork into digital illustrations.

FeesAcademic Technology Fee

Quarters Typically Offered

Designed to Serve Animation and Character Design students, Graphic Design students, Fine Art students, anyone interested in learning Vectore Based Drawing
Active Date 20260416T10:51:47

Grading Basis Decimal Grade
Class Limit 24
Shared Learning Environment Yes
Contact Hours: Lecture 55
Total Contact Hours 55
Degree Distributions:
ProfTech Course Yes
Course Outline

Introduction to digital drawing program tools including navigating, creating, and editing
Create digital designs for multiple mediums
Apply typography to designs including special text effect
Explore workflows for brand identity design
Create and work with color / color swatch / custom color / gradient
Draw, create, edit and combine shapes in digital drawing program
Save and export in different file formats
Import images / graphic / text from multiple platforms
Image Graphic manipulation techniques
Organize content with layers
Convert raster image or photo into editable graphics
Optimize the design and content creation process
Apply to real-world projects for digital formats

Student Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate effective use of basic tools in digital drawing program.

Demonstrate effective use of vector shapes and drawing tools.

Apply digital drawing skills to class design projects.

Produce portfolio ready digital vector drawings.