Computer Aided Design Courses
Computers have given rise to exciting possibilities in the field of Graphic Design. They aid the designer in professionally realising ideas and visuals; allowing great flexibility in the use of typefaces, giving massive impact in the use of colour and imagery and the necessary printing capabilities that the design industry needs.
We provide a range of courses from beginner's right through to advanced level in all the main graphics software packages from Adobe.
Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign are essential tools for the production of a range of graphic design products. Our tutors will show you how to balance your ideas and design skills with these software programmes kick-starting your visuals and helping you towards a potential career in the industry or to a course in higher education.
Join us day or evening on our nationally accredited courses. We have modern, continually updated computer suites. Our tutors are friendly and knowledgeable, having many years experience in the industry
Computer Aided Design Courses starting soon:
- Photoshop: Basic Skills ( 11MAC012-03 )
- Photoshop: BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Art and Design ( 11MLC067-03 )
Courses and Fees
Photoshop: Basic Skills ( 11MAC012 )
Level 1
A course for those who have yet to experience this powerful and exciting image-manipulation programme for designers, artists and photographers. Learn how to scan images, make layers, collage text and image and create a multitude of special effects on photographs or hand-created artwork. Exciting project work allows you to realise your new skills in context. This course is taught using Apple Macs.
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Adult Education Discount Available
Code Location Start Weeks Times Lecturer 11MAC012-02 Wornington Centre 10 Jan 12 10 Tues 18:15-21:15 C Rocha - AE Concs: £57
- AE Full Fees: £186
- Non-EU: £315
11MAC012-03 Wornington Centre 24 Apr 12 10 Tues 18:15-21:15 TBA - AE Concs: £57
- AE Full Fees: £186
- Non-EU: £315
Indesign: BTEC Level 1 Award in Art and Design ( 11MLC068 )
Level 1
Qualification
This course will give students the opportunity to learn Adobe’s InDesign, which is an industry standard software used for the creation of magazine and news letter layouts. The course will also focus on image and text placement, using a range of tools and techniques to create printed materials such as business cards and leaflets. Learners will also gain a basic understanding of desktop publishing terminology, typography and image manipulation.
Code Location Start Weeks Times Lecturer 11MLC068-01 Chelsea Centre 11 Jan 12 20 Wed 18:15-21:15 N Yates - Concs: £46
- Full Fees: £256
- Non-EU: £630
Photoshop: BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Art and Design ( 11MLC067 )
Level 2
Qualification
This part time course is ideal for learners who have completed a Level 1 Award in Art and Design, though anyone with basic Photoshop skills is also welcome. Through practical tasks, layout planning, and exploration of the work of others, learners will develop their art and design skills using a variety of tools and techniques within Photoshop and Illustrator, to create a range of 2D artwork. Learners will also have the opportunity to develop their artistic side through the creation of supporting evidence for their visual diary.
Code Location Start Weeks Times Lecturer 11MLC067-01 Wornington Centre 10 Jan 12 18 Tues 10:00-16:00 N Yates - Concs: £50
- Full Fees: £387
- Non-EU: £945
11MLC067-03 Chelsea Centre 10 Feb 12 18 Fri 10:00-16:00 N Yates/ M Pena - Concs: £50
- Full Fees: £387
- Non-EU: £945
