Language of instruction: English

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Basic Drawing lays a foundation for drawing skills and observation by identifying important elements that comprise a drawing or sketch, control compositional elements, apply the principles of linear and aerial perspective, and to use light and shade to create different effects.

Language of instruction: English

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Art and Design History develops research and analytical skills regarding the history of visual arts and graphic design, taking into account formal, aesthetic and societal links between art, architecture and design.

Language of instruction: English

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Typography 1 introduces typography and its essential role in graphic design, giving an appreciation of the history of letterforms as a means of visual communication, the distinguishing features of typefaces, and the use of letter, word and line spacing in typography. Typographic terminology is acquired. Type is hand rendered extensively to become familiar with the characteristics of different typefaces.

Language of instruction: English

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Introduction to Page Layout Software introduces the use of page layout software for control of numerous aspects of typography such as style, scale, leading, tracking, kerning, tabs, indents, and hy-phenation. Page composition, basic use of margins and grids, legibility, and integration of imagery are examined, as are professional print production terminology, copy mark-up, and proofreading.

Language of instruction: English

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Colour and Communication develops perception of colour, enabling students to access its communicative power. Manual and digital techniques are used to examine colour properties, colour interactions, colour systems, and the ways that colour can convey messages and emotions. The rich diversity of colour usage by artists and designers through history and across cultures is examined.

Language of instruction: English

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Basic Design 1 provides an overview of the field of graphic design and lays the basic design foundation for the program with exercises – in line, shape, texture, positive and negative space, cropping and composition – that develop the student’s ‘eye’ and manual skills. Concepts of progression and sequencing are also introduced.

Language of instruction: English

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Introduction to Vector Graphics Software introduces the production of basic artwork in raster and vector image formats, the correlation between vector image formats and image quality, and the drawing of vector paths using appropriate software for the purpose of clipping, close cutting and filling shapes.

Language of instruction: English

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For specific course descriptions, please see the Physical Education Department's website for their offering course for the following:

• 109-101-MQ - Physical Activity and Health
• 109-102-MQ - Physical Activity and Effectiveness

Language of instruction: French

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Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the French Department's offering of courses.

Language of instruction: French

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Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the French Department's offering of courses.

Language of instruction: English

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Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the English Department's website for their offering course for the following:

• 603-101-MQ - Introduction to College English

Language of instruction: English

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Life and Still Life Drawing enhances and refines drawing from observation skills through life and still-life studies. Elements of composition and their effects in the representation of reality are explored in depth. Notions of time, movement, metamorphosis and serial drawings are introduced as exercises linking the students’ imagination to observation-based drawing.

Language of instruction: English

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3D Foundations deals with creative methods for the transformation and abstraction of visual elements in an exploration of the three-dimensional graphic object. Natural and synthetic materials are to create three-dimensional form with both manual and machine-assisted skills. Visual, tactile, and spatial organization, as well as symbolic and metaphoric awareness are stressed.

Language of instruction: English

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Typography 2 emphasizes the expressive aspect of type. Students combine research with evocative manipulation and creation of lettering and type designs. Students use a variety of tools, materials and techniques and work in 2D and 3D. Techniques are experimental in nature, including basic printmaking, use of found objects, experimental mark making, collage etc.

Language of instruction: English

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Photography for Graphic Design introduces the relevance of photography as a tool for research, documentation and image making. Students learn about camera usage, lens performance, production of photographic images, and appropriate handling of digital image files.

Language of instruction: English

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Typographic Grid Systems is an introduction to the role of grids in achieving organization, unity, variety, and rhythmic consistency in graphic design. Students examine the aesthetic and functional aspects of column, modular and hybrid grid systems. Some exercises deal with the hierarchy of text while others combine text and images.

Language of instruction: English

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Basic Design 2 emphasizes a logical and effective working process in exercises that build on previously acquired skills in composition and visual logic. Students learn basic principles involved in developing a concept in their designs. An experimental approach to methods and materials is also stressed. The three dimensional aspect of graphic design is developed. Manual skills of scoring, cutting and folding are incorporated into design exercises, as are computer skills.

Language of instruction: English

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Digital Imaging 1 develops the ability to produce black-and-white and colour raster images using desktop devices, applying the required adjustments and manipulations to maximize quality for print and web reproduction. The student will acquire a deeper knowledge of raster image software.

Language of instruction: English

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For specific course descriptions, please see the Physical Education Department's website for their offering course for the following:

• 109-101-MQ - Physical Activity and Health
• 109-102-MQ - Physical Activity and Effectiveness

Language of instruction: French

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Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the French Department's offering of courses.

Language of instruction: French

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Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the French Department's offering of courses.

Language of instruction: English

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Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the English Department's website for their offering course for the following:

• 603-102-MQ - Literary Genres
• 603-103-MQ - Literary Themes

Language of instruction: English

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Typographic Explorations develops a creative and experimental approach to typographic design. Students work with fewer ‘given’ limitations but at the same time they learn to use approaches and styles appropriate for a target audience. Some exercises deal with typographic forms as graphic elements while others combine text, and graphic and photographic images. Colour is incorporated into designs.

Language of instruction: English

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Photographic Lighting for Graphic Design introduces students to basic art direction in photography. Selection and control of various artificial light sources as well as how to photograph in different lighting situations is covered. Each student produces a workbook of photographic lighting techniques that demonstrates through diagrams and illustrations how to apply specific lighting strategies.

Language of instruction: English

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Pictogram and Icon Design introduces flat graphic illustration in its simplest form – symbol design. Formal and informal approaches are explored. Freehand drawing skills are used at the beginning stages; later, a series of organic and a series of geometric symbols are created both by hand and on the computer. A book of developmental drawings is produced.

Language of instruction: English

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Illustration Techniques builds on the drawing courses given in the first year. Students produce preliminary and finished editorial illustrations on a given theme using different techniques such as pencil-crayon and pen-and-ink drawings, scratchboard, block printing, pastels, collage, mixed media, etc. Pictorial research and concept development are stressed. The role of the graphic designer as art director is discussed.

Language of instruction: English

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Digital Imaging 2 expands abilities in visual illustration through digital manipulation of images. Students produce a portfolio of photographic illustrations demonstrating their comprehension and application of creative techniques and strategies.

Language of instruction: English

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Visual Communications 1 focuses on visual communication through graphic design. Special attention is paid to target audiences and use of appropriate communication concepts and ideas. Employing typography and a wide range of image types, students create visual representations which communicate specific concepts and ideas.

Language of instruction: English

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Print and Web Production Processes introduces students to basic requirements for producing graphic design in print and on the web. Students examine typical workflows for print and web projects. They learn about the possibilities and limitations of both environments and they consider how production factors influence design decisions and cost effectiveness.

Language of instruction: English

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For specific course descriptions, please see the Physical Education Department's website for their offering course for the following:

• 109-103-MQ - Physical Activity and Autonomy

Language of instruction: English

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For specific course descriptions, please see the Humanities Department's website for their offering of 345-101-MQ - Knowledge courses.

Language of instruction: English

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Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the English Department's website for their offering course for the following:

• 603-102-MQ - Literary Genres
• 603-103-MQ - Literary Themes

Language of instruction: English

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Semiotics and Visual Communication explores the meanings of visual signs and symbols, how those meanings change according to context and cultural variables, and how they affect responses to visual messages. Design elements such as form and colour are analyzed for their symbolic meaning. Students enhance their abilities to make appropriate, communicative design choices.

Language of instruction: English

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Motion Graphics 1 introduces students to equipment, procedures and concepts in audio-visual production. A proposal, an outline, a script, and a storyboard are prepared. The storyboard describes the sequencing of the images. Upon approval of the instructor the student prepares the imagery and soundtrack. The audio-visual production is finally assembled in video editing software.

Language of instruction: English

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Logotype Design introduces the complexities of logotype design. Students learn to identify the important elements that comprise a logotype and explore many different ways to design them. Students learn to make appropriate design choices for different ‘clients’. They implement their finished logotypes in selected applications. The exploration and development process is documented.

Language of instruction: English

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Explorations in Printed Illustration deals with the practical aspect of indirect image making by use of screen printing. Students learn principles and basic techniques including colour separation and trapping methods, while continuing their exploration of image making. Organization of form and space, pattern, line and texture are achieved while exploring different design possibilities.

Language of instruction: English

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Advertising Design involves the design of a series of advertisements for an existing product through a process of research, concept development, thumbnail renderings, and mockups. Students develop abilities in the appropriate use of their own photographic imagery and/or illustration and in the creation of copywriting concepts and their subsequent typographic presentation.

Language of instruction: English

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Visual Communication 2 emphasizes visual communication to a specific target audience. Students use a creative graphic design approach to execute an assignment with strong graphic illustration and typographic content. The process of working emphasizes experimentation with a wide range of solutions, and develops the good judgment necessary to pursue the most effective one.

Language of instruction: English

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Web Design 1 builds students’ knowledge of interactivity as they design and develop a website and digital brand. Following research into a ‘client’ and its target audience, students focus on user needs. They become familiar with software for web layout and HTML/CSS coding as they explore various strategies for representing content, imagery, and navigation.

Language of instruction: English

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For specific course descriptions, please see the Humanities Department's website for their offering of 345-102-MQ - World Views courses.

Language of instruction: French

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Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the French Department's offering of courses.

Language of instruction: French

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Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the French Department's offering of courses.

Language of instruction: English

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Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the English Department's website for their offering course for the following:

• 603-BXE-MQ - Applied Themes in English

Language of instruction: French

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Most programs include two complementary courses. These courses give you an opportunity to build a new skill or explore other areas of knowledge unrelated to your program. You can choose your complementary courses from the following domains (access to domains varies by program):

• Arts and Aesthetics
• Computer Science
• Contemporary Issues
• Mathematics Literacy
• Modern Languages
• Science and Technology
• Social Sciences

Language of instruction: English

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2D and 3D Technical Production for Print develops experience with the design factors that are involved in creating 3D packaging, including 2D layout of packaging ‘nets’ and design of 2D packaging components such as promotional brochures. Specialized techniques for printing graphics on folded boxes and other shapes like cylinders and cones are covered in the course together with legibility and visibility problems.

Language of instruction: English

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Professional Graphic Design Practice 1 deals with the professional functions and responsibilities of a graphic designer including business and professional ethics, the importance of managing budgets, production schedules, and the adoption of healthy work habits. Communicating with clients and team members, as well making design proposals are also examined.

Language of instruction: English

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Motion Graphics 2 provides students technical and conceptual knowledge of kinetic graphic design by developing audio-visual animations for web and other screen applications. It focuses on time and movement as significant dimensions of graphic design and combines them with audio elements in student projects. Students produce multimedia documents with appropriate behaviour programming and file formatting.

Language of instruction: English

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E-Book Design brings together manual and digital techniques in the creation of a cover and typical pages for an e-book publication. Students produce illustrations using any of a variety of techniques (e.g.: drawing, collage, block printing, collage, photo-montage, type as image, etc.). Then, using the computer and their skills in typography, illustrations are combined with type and integrated into an e-book design project.

Language of instruction: English

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Explorations in Video Production introduces students to the many aspects of basic video production including written materials for video productions, storyboards, studio practice, photographing for video, choosing a soundtrack and voice-over, cost estimates and production evaluations. Students direct their own video and assist in the execution of other video productions, working as a team.

Language of instruction: English

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Information Design deals with the selection, organization and presentation of information to a given target audience. Assignments may include maps, charts, timetables, or signage which present data or content objectively. Typographic skills and knowledge of pictogram design and graphic illustration are applied to produce effective communications that can be easily grasped by the intended audience.

Language of instruction: English

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Packaging Design involves researching a specific product and developing a series of packages for it, aimed at a target audience. Inventive 3D and 2D design is encouraged and students are free to use any technique to create images. Legibility on a variety of surface shapes is explored and the environmental impact of the package is taken into account. Design solutions are presented and defended with a coherent rationale.

Language of instruction: English

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Web Design 2 develops technical and conceptual web design skills. Accessibility, user needs, and creating optimum user experiences continue as primary objectives while students explore current best practices for the creation of highly interactive website design. Special emphasis is placed on responsive web design to control presentation of websites on multiple screen sizes and platforms including mobile devices.

Language of instruction: French

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For specific course descriptions, please see the French Department's offering of courses.

Language of instruction: French

Course hours per week:

Course Description:

For specific course descriptions, please see the French Department's offering of courses.

Language of instruction: French

Course hours per week:

Course Description:

Most programs include two complementary courses. These courses give you an opportunity to build a new skill or explore other areas of knowledge unrelated to your program. You can choose your complementary courses from the following domains (access to domains varies by program):

• Arts and Aesthetics
• Computer Science
• Contemporary Issues
• Mathematics Literacy
• Modern Languages
• Science and Technology
• Social Sciences

Language of instruction: English

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Professional Graphic Design Practice 2 builds on previously acquired principles of graphic design project and business management. Using case studies of project management, students develop their knowledge of business practices. Students meet with the designers in the workplace environments to conduct research. The course also includes visiting lecturers who share their expertise in current graphic design business practices.

Language of instruction: English

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Interactive Design and Motion Graphics focuses on multimedia production using basic two dimensional animation software in combination with video and audio media. Also included is the design and development of the student’s final portfolio as a web-based promotion and marketing tool.

Language of instruction: English

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Publication Design applies advanced knowledge of typography and sequential layout to the design of a complex multi-page publication. Students research the client and analyze their market, the intended purpose of the document, and the relevance, importance and quality of the publication’s content. Various modes available to present the content – images, graphic elements, typographic proportion and contrast, etc. are examined.

Language of instruction: English

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Branding Design includes all aspects of the visual presentation of a company or organization such as logotype, symbol, colour, and typography as well as related applications. Students research an assigned company, write a strategic plan, explore various design possibilities in sketch form, present proposals and a rationale, then develop a final design including related applications as well as a booklet including design guidelines.

Language of instruction: English

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Social and Cultural Promotional Design deals with the design and preparation of the Graphic Design Graduation Exhibition. Promotional printed materials such as an invitation and an exhibition poster are designed, produced and evaluated. Students also design a poster campaign related to a social issue after extensive research about their chosen subject.

Language of instruction: English

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Production Constraints deals with advanced technical details of a variety of printing processes. It consolidates skills and knowledge learned in previous technical courses and overviews current printing technologies. Students learn to evaluate the technical feasibility of a project, as well as its technical, material, and budgetary constraints. They also learn to propose printing solutions for graphic design projects.

Language of instruction: French

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Language of instruction: English

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For specific course descriptions, please see the Humanities Department's website for their offering of 345-BXH-MQ - Applied Ethics courses.