COM1005

=__COM1005: Visual Composition__=
 * Level:** Introductory
 * Prerequisite:** None

Module Assignment:[[file:COM1005.pdf]]

 * When you complete this module, you should be able to:**
 * Define the elements of design
 * Identify the elements of design using examples
 * Describe the impact of each element on the visual message; e.g., line, shape (2D) or form (3D), colour, texture, depth (perspective), light, direction (motion), mass (visual weight), tone (black and white) or value (colour), space (positive and negative)
 * Define the principles of design
 * Identify the principles of design using examples
 * Describe the impact of each principle on the visual message; e.g., balance, emphasis, proportion (scale), repetition (rhythm/pattern), unity, contrast, harmony, proximity, variety
 * Explore the meanings of common terms used in typography; e.g., capline, topline, midline, baseline, beardline, serif, san serif, ascender, descender, bowl, counter
 * Discuss the use of the elements and principles of design in purposeful text creation; e.g., attention-getting text versus readable text
 * Discuss the role of whitespace in the use of text