Introduction to Graphic Design Introduction to Graphic Design

This course provides a step-by-step guide to mastering graphic design using CorelDRAW for professional vector work and Canva for quick, template-based designs. Students will gain practical skills to create visually appealing graphics for personal and professional use.

Who Should Take This Course?

✔ Beginners with no prior design experience
✔ Entrepreneurs & small business owners
✔ Marketing professionals & social media managers
✔ Students exploring a career in graphic design

Course Overview

This course introduces beginners to the fundamentals of graphic design using CorelDRAW (a professional vector-based design tool) and Canva (a user-friendly, template-based online platform). Participants will learn essential design principles, tools, and techniques to create professional-quality graphics for branding, marketing, social media, and print.

Duration: 1 Month
Professional Level: Beginner
Physical Classroom Physical Classroom

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Understand core graphic design principles.

  • Navigate and utilize CorelDRAW and Canva efficiently.

  • Create logos, business cards, social media graphics, and flyers.

  • Choose the right tool (CorelDRAW or Canva) for different design needs.

  • Export and prepare designs for print and digital use.

Objective: Understand the basics of graphic design and its applications.

  • What is Graphic Design?

  • Design Principles (Balance, Contrast, Hierarchy, etc.)

  • Print vs. Digital Design

  • Vector vs. Raster Graphics

Objective: Learn CorelDRAW’s interface and essential tools.

  • Interface Overview (Tools, Dockers, Property Bar)

  • Creating & Saving Documents

  • Drawing Tools (Shapes, Pen, Bezier)

  • Working with Text & Colors

  • Practical Exercise: Design a Logo

Objective: Manipulate objects and create professional designs.

  • Grouping, Aligning, and Transforming Objects

  • Layers & Object Manager

  • Designing a Business Card & Flyer

  • Exporting Files (PDF, SVG, PNG)

Objective: Learn Canva’s interface and design templates.

  • Canva Dashboard & Templates

  • Text Editing & Font Pairing

  • Using Images, Icons, and Elements

  • Practical Exercise: Social Media Post

Objective: Create professional designs efficiently.

  • Brand Kits & Consistent Branding

  • Designing Resumes & Infographics

  • Collaboration & Sharing

  • Exporting (PNG, JPG, PDF)

Objective: Decide which tool to use for different projects.

  • Pros & Cons of Each Platform

  • When to Use CorelDRAW (Custom Illustrations, Print Design)

  • When to Use Canva (Quick Social Media Graphics, Templates)

Objective: Apply skills to real-world projects.

  • Project 1: Logo Design (CorelDRAW)

  • Project 2: Social Media Banner (Canva)

  • Project 3: Brand Identity Kit (Both Tools)

Objective: Explore career opportunities and further learning.

  • Freelancing vs. Agency Work

  • Building a Design Portfolio

  • Recommended Courses & Communities

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