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Course Orientation

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Welcome to Visual Composition!!

In taking a graphics course you probably have some interest in this field, or would like to know more about graphic design.  Graphic design is the art of visual communication through the use of images, words, and ideas to give information to the viewers. Graphic design can be used for advertising, or just for entertainment intended for the mind.

Digital technology has become integrated into every aspect of visual communications. New digital techniques and tools for designers are being invented every day. Many more options and solutions for design and art projects can be explored in greater detail and in less time. The ease of use and inexpensive cost of hardware and software has given the public the ability to create computer-generated graphics and artwork. However, the availability of technology and the advances in imaging and production techniques will not cover up what is essentially a bad design. The history of design teaches us the same elements and principles of design have always existed, regardless of the medium or technique. As the marketplace and galleries become saturated with digitally produced images, knowledge of the fundamentals of design becomes even more important. To create sophisticated visuals, which entertain and communicate effectively, an artist or designer cannot ignore what defines design.

You will earn one credit toward your high school diploma, by completing this course


You need these course prerequisites to begin:

  • There are no prerequisites for COM 1005: Visual Composition

Course Organization:

This Visual Composition course is broken down into 4 individual module sessions. Each session contains the information needed to complete the assignments, as well as several videos, links and online activities to help build connections and context for the information presented. At the end of each lesson, students will be asked to complete one or two short assignments about the content in the lesson and at the end of the course complete the final project.

Course Expectations of You, The Learner

To earn credit in this course you must achieve a course grade of at least 50%. The following mark distribution shows how your course grade is calculated.
Colour Wheel Assignment 10%
Visual Scale Assignment 10%
Movie Poster Critique Assignment 10%
Words Literally Assignment 10%
Monogram Assignment 10%
Career Choice Assignment 10%
Final Project 35%
Self-Assessment 5%
Total 100%
Please note: The course self assessment is assessed by both yourself and your teacher.

Course Expectations of Your Teacher

Your teacher is available to support you by

  • addressing any questions or concerns you have about the course content, a particular project or assignment
  • assessing your work
  • communicating your grades and providing feedback about your work
  • advising you about other courses available to you
Please note: Suggested times are approximate guidelines. As a unique learner, you may require more or less time to complete a session or a particular project.

Final Project

For the final project for Visual Composition, you will be choosing creating two (2) unique visual compostions usning the elements and principles of design and typograpy that you will learn aout in this course. Once complete, you will critique your own work.

For more information on the final project, please look at the final project book.

Visual Composition

Required Resources, and Materials

Required Texts

There are no required texts for this course.

Technical Requirements

In order to complete this course, you will need a computer with:

  • internet access;
  • the ability to scan documents
  • a device that will capture still photographs (this could be a digital camera, iPod, cell phone etc)
  • word processing software (such as Microsoft Word, Pages etc.)
  • Adobe reader
  • the ability to watch YouTube videos
  • Access to PowerPoint, Prezie and/or video editing software, annimation software etc. for your final project (depending on your choice of media).

Note: It is assumed that you are familiar with working within an online learning environment and are comfortable with basic computer operations such as file management, downloading files, and sending e-mails with attachments. If you need help with any of these items, please contact your teacher.