Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to: explain the role of the graphic designer; define and use vocabulary, terms, and definitions pertaining to composition, color theory, and major art movements in history; identify and analyze the major art movements from prehistory to contemporary; identify and analyze traditional and digital color systems; analyze the historical, symbolic, and psychological use of color; apply the principles of concept, form, content, color, perspective, and design principles and elements to design; create textures out of letterforms used as shape through the application of  transformation principles; apply color principles to create complementary color palettes within design; synthesize theory with practical design skills to create basic designs, placing emphasis on visual hierarchy while combining images and multiple levels of text; critically analyze peers and personal designs; and implement problem-solving skills to improve designs.