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Subject 'Corporate and Infographics. Pictography'

Name in Estonian: Korporatiiv- ja infograafika.Märgiõpetus

Year:   2018/2019    2019/2020    2020/2021    2021/2022    2022/2023    

State codeME.71.01
Study languageEstonian
ChairDepartment of Media and Advertisement Design
Credit points 2 ECTS
Grading method Distinctive

General description

• Dealing with the history, meaning, style and practical visual applications of different signs
• Sign-creation is approached as a symbiosis of theoretical and practical solutions in both: the initial design work as well as the re-design
• Specific concepts and development of the ability to justify their choices

Aim

The objective is to create an understanding of pictography as a visual communication tool, and to develop the ability to participate fully in this process; help understanding the sign design process, its the different stages and provide practical tips; direct students to find new innovative sign solutions.

Study outcome

Upon completion of the course, students will:
1. understand a visual sign as a carrier of information;
2. be able to direct the perception process of a sign in a desirable course and is capable of relaying their idea in an acceptable design;
3. be able to develop or create new public signs.

Is taught in following curricula

2019: 2272  
2018: 2272  
2017: 2272  
2016: 2272  
2015: 2272  
2014: 2272  2272  
2013: 2272  

Is taught in rounds

     2019/2020 Spring semester

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