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Package Design

DESMA X 479.6C

Develop and execute materials, concepts, and graphics appropriate for effecting packaging, including logo design, type, and pictoral elements.

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Spring
Live Online
Starting at $925.00
As few as 12 weeks
4.0
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What you can learn.

  • Learn market-oriented, innovative, and technologically based problem solving techniques as applied to branding and packaging
  • Develop effective 3D digital and physical comping skills for professional presentation
  • Develop conceptually and aesthetically portfolio-worthy projects

About this course:

Learn the function of packaging, including product protection, identity, advertising, safety and communication. This hands-on course focuses on developing and executing materials, concepts and graphics appropriate for effective packaging, including logo design, type and pictorial elements.
Prerequisites
Foundational level DCA courses plus DESMA X 479.6E Design II: Collateral Communication.

Fall 2025 Schedule

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Thursday 7:00PM - 10:00PM PT
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Instructor: John Beach
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Fee:
$925.00
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Location: Remote Classroom
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No refunds after October 05, 2025
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Thu Sep 25, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Oct 2, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Oct 9, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Oct 16, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Oct 23, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Oct 30, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Nov 6, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Nov 13, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Nov 20, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Nov 27, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Dec 4, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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Thu Dec 11, 2025
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
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This course applies towards the following certificates & specializations…

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