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Computer Design Course

What will I learn?

Open up your talent for design with our Computer Design Training, made for people in the arts who want to get better with computers. You'll learn how to draw on the computer, understand the important rules of design, and get good at using programs like Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator. We'll also look at how to choose good letters for writing, how to tell stories with pictures, and how to use colours well to make designs that people like. You'll also learn how to manage projects so you can do good work. Join us now to become a better designer and do well in the arts.

Apoia's Unique Features

Online courses available for life
Certificate aligned with educational standards
Printable PDF summaries
24/7 online support
Select and arrange the chapters you want to study
Set your own course schedule
Instant feedback on practical activities
Study at your convenience, no internet needed

Develop skills

Enhance the practical skills listed below

Get good at drawing on the computer: Learn to make textures, patterns, and things from nature.

Use design rules: Make sure your designs are balanced, have good contrast, and are the right size.

Improve your computer skills: Become very good at using Photoshop, Illustrator, and other programs.

Create stories with pictures: Make people interested in your designs by telling good stories with images.

Understand colours: Learn how to use colours to make people feel a certain way and make your designs look good.

Suggested summary

Workload: between 4 and 360 hours

Before beginning, feel free to change the chapters and the workload.

  • Choose which chapter to start with
  • Add or remove chapters
  • Increase or decrease the course workload

Examples of chapters you can add

You will be able to generate more chapters like the examples below

This is a free course focused on personal and professional development. It is not akin to a technical, undergraduate, or postgraduate course, but offers practical and relevant knowledge for your professional journey.