Design Fundamentals

DESMA X 479.6A

A hands-on introduction to the creative process and core elements of successful graphic design.

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Fall
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Starting at $789.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0
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What you can learn.

  • Gain the fundamental knowledge and strategy to solve any visual design problem
  • Create impactful, clear compositions with intention and understanding of the major design principles
  • Understand targeted research, design thinking, and knowledge of the principles and components of graphic design
  • Use the industry-standard method and language for discussing, analyzing, and critiquing compositions

About this course:

This is a hands-on introduction to the creative process and core elements of graphic design for a variety of outputs, including print and electronic media. Topics include research, typography, imagery, strategy, and concept development. Projects are progressive and critiqued.

Summer 2023 Schedule

Date & Time
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Vesna Petrovic
392762
Fee:
$829.00
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ENROLL BY: Jun 28, 2023
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Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 02, 2023
Course Requirements
Book: Graphic Design: The New Basics by Ellen Lupton, Jennifer Cole Phillips
ISBN 9781616893323
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Canceled
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392790
Fee:
$789.00
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Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 02, 2023
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Tuesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Available
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Instructor: Grace Magnus
392918
Fee:
$829.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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ENROLL BY: Jun 27, 2023
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Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

No meeting on July 4.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after July 11, 2023
Schedule
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Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Tue Jun 27, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jul 4, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jul 11, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jul 18, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Jul 25, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Aug 1, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Aug 8, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Aug 15, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Aug 22, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Aug 29, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Sep 5, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Tue Sep 12, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

Fall 2023 Schedule

Date & Time
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens July 31, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Patrick Hruby
394121
Fee:
$829.00
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No meeting on November 20.

Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 01, 2023
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Wednesday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
Future Offering (Opens July 31, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
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Instructor: Jag - Jeffrey Aguila
394098
Fee:
$829.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
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Fee does not include cost of art supplies.

No meeting on November 22

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 04, 2023
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Wed Sep 27, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Oct 4, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Oct 11, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Oct 18, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Oct 25, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Nov 1, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Nov 8, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Nov 15, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Nov 22, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Nov 29, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Dec 6, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113
Discussion
Wed Dec 13, 2023
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA Extension Gayley Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Gayley Center 113

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This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

Design Communication Arts
design-communication-arts-ce0401
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