Introduction to Graphics for Urban Design

1 Course Unit

The purpose of this class is to give urban design students basic visual skills and proficiency, including the ability to: 1. Understand and critique drawings and drawing types 2. Work in: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and McNeel Rhino3D. 3. Understand workflow between software packages This is an introductory skills class that operates on three levels: software proficiency, design proficiency, and critical visual analysis. The class requires regular weekly effort and completion of assignments as skills are cumulative. Students with a design background are discouraged from taking this class. Spring 1 Course Unit