Design Foundations Algonquin College

Overview

Throughout the Design Foundations program at Algonquin College you develop foundational knowledge and skills used in a variety of design elements such as:

• principles of design and layout

• typography

• drawing and sketching

• perspective

• colour theory

• 3D structure

• time management

• web design

• industry-standard software

You explore your own aptitudes and interests through research and a speaker series of professionals to help determine which area of design est suits you. Your work accumulates into a portfolio that represents your best design and artwork, which can be used to apply for future programs of study. An annual showcase provides an opportunity to exhibit your portfolio and interact with industry professionals, peers and the community.

Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

• Create two- and three-dimensional purpose-driven works using a wide range of materials, processes and techniques that support form and function within the principles of design.

• Solve design problems and develop creative form using a research-based design process.

• Develop and present a portfolio that showcases personal artistic style using a range of media appropriate for a variety of design-related disciplines.

• Communicate in an art and design environment using appropriate language, strategies and techniques in order to develop and maintain interpersonal relationships and participate in a peer evaluation process.

• Explore and select existing and emerging technologies and techniques to develop and manage a personal visual and digital presence.

• Explore the professional requirements and opportunities in various design industry-related fields to inform academic and professional goals.

• Identify and apply discipline-specific practices that contribute to the local and global community through social responsibility, economic commitment and environmental stewardship.