GİT410

School of Architecture and Design \ Visual Communication Design

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4

Compulsory

Turkish

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Visual Communication Design

Understanding and recognizing the concept of a portfolio.
Researching and identifying different presentation techniques for portfolio design.
Determining the most suitable presentation method for portfolio creation.
Properly compiling and organizing students' work.
Selecting the right approach for students to personalize their portfolio presentations.
Preparing for printing and binding processes.

1. Charlotte DANIELSON, An Introductions to Using Portfolios in the Clasroom, Alexandria, VA: Association for
Supervision and Curriculum Development. 1997.
2. Mehmet Sinan YUM, Yaratıcı Disiplinler İçin Portfolyo Tasarımı. Akademi Titiz Yayınları. 2021.

This course aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to prepare both print and digital publishing materials. Students will learn about printing techniques, paper characteristics, and digital page specifications, as well as the process of preparing materials for print production. The course focuses on ensuring that students gain technical expertise in designing and producing professionally formatted publishing products.

1. Adapts fundamental design principles and elements to a professional portfolio document, establishing a strong foundation for visual communication.
2. Integrates creative and innovative thinking into portfolio design projects, developing unique and personal design approaches.
3. Reflects the aesthetic and structural integrity of projects in the portfolio using essential elements such as graphics, typography, and illustration.
4. Applies digital and print formatting and presentation techniques to transform design projects into an effective portfolio presentation.
5. Ensures consistency in the visual language used in the portfolio, clearly expressing brand identity and personal design style.
6. Presents experiences gained during project development through structured and professional presentation techniques in the portfolio.
7. Incorporates critical evaluation and feedback processes into portfolio design, ensuring continuous improvement and refinement.
8. Analyzes the aesthetic and functional aspects of design projects, creating effective composition and visual hierarchy in the portfolio.
9. Harmonizes visual and textual elements in presentation materials, delivering clear and impactful communication tailored to the target audience.
10. Utilizes advanced presentation techniques to effectively showcase the portfolio in professional settings, enhancing communication skills.
11. Interprets the relationship between design and aesthetic values in the portfolio design process, strengthening the narrative power of projects.
12. At the senior level, effectively presents market-ready design products through portfolio documentation and professional presentation techniques, facilitating integration into the industry.

Week 1: Sharing general information about the course with students. Providing preliminary information about the general flow of the course.
Week 2: Information about the portfolio. Explaining general expectations, Making a presentation about the subject. Asking students to make a presentation.
Week 3: Examining different types of presentation techniques. Compiling students' work.
Week 4: Students deciding on their own presentation techniques.
Week 5: Examining student sketches and drafts and making arrangements.
Week 6: Examining student sketches and drafts and making arrangements.
Week 7: Examining student sketches and drafts and making arrangements.
Week 8: Starting to create the sketches and drafts in a digital environment using the necessary software.
Week 9: Evaluating student work and continuing the work process.
Week 10: Evaluating student work and continuing the work process.
Week 11: Evaluating student work and continuing the work process.
Week 12: Students submitting their work.

• Project Submission Evaluation 100 %