Day |
Topic |
Details |
1 |
Introduction to
CorelDRAW Interface |
Overview of tools and
panels, customizing the workspace |
2 |
Basic Drawing and
Shaping Tools |
Drawing shapes and
lines, using the Shape Tool |
3 |
Working with Colors |
Applying fill and
outline colors, using the Color Palette and Eyedropper Tool |
4 |
Text and Typography |
Adding and formatting
text, working with fonts and text effects |
5 |
Layers and Object
Management |
Understanding layers,
grouping, ungrouping, aligning, and distributing objects |
6 |
Introduction to Vector
Design |
Difference between
vector and raster images, creating simple vector illustrations |
7 |
Project Day |
Create a simple flyer
or poster using learned skills |
8 |
Advanced Drawing Tools |
Bezier Tool, Pen Tool,
and Freehand Tool, creating complex shapes |
9 |
Advanced Color
Techniques |
Using gradients and
transparency, color harmonies and palettes |
10 |
Working with Bitmaps |
Importing and editing
bitmap images, PowerTRACE: Converting bitmaps to vectors |
11 |
Effects and Styles |
Applying effects like
shadows, glows, and distortions, using styles for consistent design |
12 |
Page Layout and Design |
Setting up pages and
multi-page documents, working with grids and guidelines |
13 |
Printing and Exporting |
Preparing files for
print, exporting designs for web and other formats |
14 |
Project Day |
Create a brochure or
business card design |
Day |
Topic |
Details |
15 |
Introduction to Photoshop Interface |
Overview of tools and panels, customizing the workspace |
16 |
Basic Photo Editing |
Cropping, resizing, and rotating images, adjusting brightness,
contrast, and colors |
17 |
Working with Layers |
Understanding layers and layer masks, blending modes and opacity |
18 |
Selection Tools |
Using the Marquee, Lasso, and Quick Selection Tools, refining
selections |
19 |
Basic Retouching |
Using the Clone Stamp, Healing Brush, and Spot Healing Brush,
removing blemishes and imperfections |
20 |
Text and Typography |
Adding and formatting text, creating text effects |
21 |
Project Day |
Edit and enhance a photo using learned skills |
22 |
Advanced Selection and Masking |
Using the Pen Tool for selections, advanced masking techniques |
23 |
Adjustment Layers and Filters |
Using adjustment layers for non-destructive editing, applying
and customizing filters |
24 |
Advanced Retouching and Compositing |
Frequency separation for skin retouching, combining multiple
images into one composition |
25 |
Working with Smart Objects |
Understanding and using Smart Objects, non-destructive
transformations |
26 |
Advanced Text and Shape Tools |
Creating custom shapes, warping and distorting text and shapes |
27 |
Color Grading and Effects |
Using color grading techniques for mood and tone, applying
special effects and styles |
28 |
Project Day |
Create a poster or digital artwork using learned skills |
Day |
Topic |
Details |
29 |
Introduction to UI/UX Design |
Overview of UI and UX principles, differences
between UI and UX |
30 |
Research and User Personas |
Conducting user research, creating user
personas |
31 |
Wireframing and Prototyping |
Introduction to wireframing tools (e.g.,
Figma, Adobe XD), creating basic wireframes |
32 |
Visual Design Basics |
Understanding color theory and typography for
UI, designing simple UI elements |
33 |
Usability and Accessibility |
Principles of usability, designing for
accessibility |
34 |
Interaction Design |
Basics of interaction design, designing
interactive elements |
35 |
Project Day |
Create a wireframe for a simple app or website |
36 |
Advanced Wireframing and Prototyping |
Creating detailed wireframes, prototyping
interactions and animations |
37 |
User Testing and Feedback |
Conducting user testing sessions, gathering
and analyzing feedback |
38 |
Design Systems and Components |
Understanding design systems, creating
reusable components |
39 |
Advanced Visual Design |
Creating high-fidelity designs, using grids
and spacing for consistent design |
40 |
Collaboration and Handoff |
Collaborating with developers, preparing
design files for handoff |
41 |
Case Study and Presentation |
Documenting the design process, creating a
case study and presenting the design |
42 |
Final Project Day |
Complete and present a full UI/UX design
project |