Higher Graphic Communication |
Course Descriptor |
This course develops pupil’s knowledge and understanding of the use of graphic techniques for communication in the world around us and in the world of work. The course focuses on the international use of technical and computer graphics which are used to communicate in the disciplines of Architecture, Engineering, Construction, Manufacturing, Product Design, Interior Design, Fashion and Graphic Design.
The Course provides opportunity for learners to gain skills in reading, interpreting, and creating graphic communications. Learners will initiate, develop and communicate ideas graphically. They will develop spatial awareness and visual literacy through graphic experiences.
The Course is practical, exploratory and experiential in nature. It combines elements of recognised professional standards for graphic communication partnered with graphic design creativity and visual impact.
The Course allows learners to engage with technologies. It allows learners to consider the impact that graphic communication technologies have on our environment and society.
The aims of the Course are to enable learners to:
The Course provides opportunity for learners to gain skills in reading, interpreting, and creating graphic communications. Learners will initiate, develop and communicate ideas graphically. They will develop spatial awareness and visual literacy through graphic experiences.
The Course is practical, exploratory and experiential in nature. It combines elements of recognised professional standards for graphic communication partnered with graphic design creativity and visual impact.
The Course allows learners to engage with technologies. It allows learners to consider the impact that graphic communication technologies have on our environment and society.
The aims of the Course are to enable learners to:
- develop skills in graphic communication techniques, including the use of equipment, graphics materials and software
- extend and apply knowledge and understanding of graphic communication standards, protocols, and conventions where these apply
- develop an understanding of the impact of graphic communication technologies on our environment and society
Leads On To:
- Advance Higher Graphic Communication Course
- Higher Design & Manufacture Course
- Higher Design & Manufacture Course
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