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- Adobe lllustrator - Digital Illustration and Design I [CSDU148]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSDU148
Dates: 11/1/2023 - 2/7/2024
Course hours: 42
Credits: 3.00
This course will help in developing the students' skills and knowledge in creating digital files for graphic design projects using Adobe Illustrator. As the graphic design industry changes through the development, advancement and integration of computer technology, the importance of learning Adobe Illustrator for the design and production of digital files becomes evident. Textbook required. Software Required: Adobe Illustrator - CS5, CS6 or CC. Lynda.com Access (students to contact registering college for access).
IMPORTANT: You will receive more information by email 1-2 business days prior to the course start.
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- Adobe Indesign Basics [CSLO34]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSLO34
Dates: 9/12/2023 - 12/19/2023
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.
This course will cover the fundamental aspects of this rising star in the desktop publishing and design industry. Topics covered will include: creating master pages and single and multiple page documents with single and multiple text columns of text; importing text from various sources and flowing it into linked columns of various shapes and sizes; proper kerning/leading and spacing of text and; combining text with imported photos and graphics. Students will learn how to quickly change font or photo size and how to rearrange elements within a page. Assignments will include various document layouts that involve learning about objects, text, colour and fonts. The final assignment be a menu created with all the elements you have learned plus using tables. Textbook required.
Software Required: Adobe InDesign CC. Supports MAC users. Students please contact instructors immediately upon logging into course to confirm compatibility with their MAC version.
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- Adobe lllustrator - Digital Illustration and Design I [CSDU148]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSDU148
Dates: 9/12/2023 - 12/19/2023
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.
This course will help in developing the students' skills and knowledge in creating digital files for graphic design projects using Adobe Illustrator. As the graphic design industry changes through the development, advancement and integration of computer technology, the importance of learning Adobe Illustrator for the design and production of digital files becomes evident. Textbook required. Software Required: Adobe Illustrator - CS5, CS6 or CC. Lynda.com Access (students to contact registering college for access).
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- Colour & Application [CSSH33]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSSH33
Dates: 9/12/2023 - 12/19/2023
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.
Learn about the most influential elements of design, through the use of colour and its application. Study the principles of colour in relation to psychology and design communications and learn how this theory relates to physical space and the world around them. Cover an historical period of colour trends, interior space, pop culture and its political influences, colour is studied from a practical world perspective. No Textbook Required.
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- Design Basics [CSLO43]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSLO43
Dates: 9/12/2023 - 12/19/2023
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.
Have you ever needed to design your own business card or a flyer for an event? If so, this is the course for you. Design Basics will give you the building blocks of design. You will learn about fonts, different layout techniques, and simple layout concepts essential to effective graphic design. Prerequisite: Knowledge of InDesign, Illustrator or Photoshop would benefit the student as assessments may need to completed using these packages. Students cannot get by with only access and knowledge of MS Word. Textbook required. Software Required: As well as a word processing software program, students will require a design/page layout program (such as Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, QuarkXpress or Corel Draw) capable of creating and saving small graphic design compositions in jpeg or PDF formats.
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- Designing Kitchens and Bathrooms [CSCG114]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSCG114
Dates: 9/12/2023 - 12/19/2023
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.
This course will cover the details required to plan and design kitchens and bathrooms for today’s homes. The history of these two rooms will be reviewed and how they have changed in importance in our homes. The student will learn the basics of cabinet styles, lighting requirements, appliances and current trends in kitchen and bathroom design. Through learning minimum space requirements, counter and backsplashes options and work triangles they will be able to achieve a practical and functional application to planning these important rooms. Prerequisite: Introduction to Interior Decorating; Colour and Application; Floor Plans, Space Planning and Presentations Textbook required. Required supplies: pen, mechanical pencil lead size .5 or .7, white eraser, ¼” graph paper, imperial measure architect ruler, ½” Scale kitchen template, and form board or students may use Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) software (e.g. AutoCAD, Rivet) if you have previous course experience with the software. NOTE: Students are encouraged to explore digital mediums to create their portfolio pieces. However, this course will not cover the ‘how-to’ or troubleshoot any of the aforementioned software. All digital submissions of drawings should be submitted as a PDF file.
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- Developing a Graphic Design Portfolio [CSFA52]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSFA52
Dates: 9/12/2023 - 12/19/2023
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.
Participants will have a clear understanding of the type of portfolio that is expected in both the freelance and the professional world. Creative pieces that have been developed throughout the certificate program will be chosen and incorporated into portfolio pieces for digital and print presentation. Personal branding concepts will be part of the portfolio mix incorporating and developing a creative statement, personal logo and identity package. Students will develop new design pieces specific to industry portfolio standards including a direct mail piece, a newspaper ad and a self-promotional marketing piece. Students will learn effective ways to market and ‘package’ themselves through various creative approaches and media types. Inventory of work will be developed and assembled into an electronic or digital portfolio package. Software required: Adobe InDesign. No textbook required.
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- Fabrics and Window Treatments [CSCG104]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSCG104
Dates: 9/12/2023 - 12/19/2023
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.
Every window is different and may require individual treatment. We compare natural and synthetic fabrics according to the pros and cons of their use, the methods of their manufacture, their durability and the terms used in their description. Students will discover current fabric trends and how certain treatments will match or clash with particular furniture and decorating styles. Other topics covered are using blinds, shutters, valances and draperies; understanding proper measuring techniques; and calculating the amount of fabric needed to complete a particular window treatment. Prerequisite: Introduction to Interior Decorating and Floor Plans, Space Planning & Presentations. Textbook Required.
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- Fundamentals of Lighting [CSSE90]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSSE90
Dates: 9/12/2023 - 12/19/2023
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.
Students develop an understanding of light sources, calculations, illumination, electrical control, layout, and specifications as they apply to the theory of interior decorating.
Prerequisite: Basic Drafting or AutoCAD course.
No textbook required
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- Interior Materials and Surfaces [CSLA45]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSLA45
Dates: 9/12/2023 - 12/19/2023
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.
Flooring, paint, wallpaper, moldings and other materials are the products used to create style and enhance the home. In this course you will be discussing all of the various products available on the market as well as the merits of them in different environments. What works well in one setting may be a disaster in another. You will learn how to calculate the amount of product needed for a space and how to properly install them. Other topics included are: ceiling styles, countertops, trim and moldings and the correct tools needed to complete each job. Textbook required.
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- Introduction to Interior Decorating [CSCG97]
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Fee: $410.55
Delivery: Online - OntarioLearn
Course Code: CSCG97
Dates: 9/12/2023 - 12/19/2023
ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR THIS SECTION IS CLOSED.
To inquire about this course contact lifelonglearning@sl.on.ca.
This course will cover the basic principles and elements of design, the importance of room décor and the major categories of style types. We will review the types of career options in the field of design, the components of a professional portfolio and client needs assessments. Basic knowledge of floor plans, window treatments, lighting, colour schemes and styles will be examined and implemented in a colour board presentation at the culmination of the course. This will become the first addition to your portfolio. Textbook required.
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