DIG 150 Editorial Design

DIG150 introduces students to foundational concepts and practices in digital graphics and visual communication. The course focuses on design principles, visual literacy, and introductory technical skills using industry-standard software including Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign. Students explore how images, typography, and layout communicate meaning in both print and digital contexts. Emphasis is placed on creative process, documentation, and aesthetic decision-making through hands-on projects and reflective practice using the Design Codex.

Credits

3

Offered

Summer 2026

General Education

Aesthetic Appreciation Course

Outcomes

1. Apply principles of typography, hierarchy, and grid systems to professional layout designs.
2. Create multi-page documents using industry-standard workflows in Adobe InDesign.
3. Integrate text, images, and graphic elements to enhance readability and visual communication.
4. Prepare print and digital files according to professional production standards.
5. Critique and revise layout designs using formal design terminology and visual analysis.