Course

10201154 Design Project Management
Course Information
Description
This class covers general business practices, workflow and advance production techniques in the design field through applied projects. Collaboration is emphasized where teams apply business practice in developing a product from concept to actual launch. Students work through the process of producing a photo shoot and prepare files for a variety of media channels. This is an advanced level course with an emphasis on portfolio level work and professionalism.
Total Credits
3
Prior Learning Assessment
  • Experiential-Portfolio
Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)
  1. Use a project management system to organize projects, files and track time
    Assessment Strategies
    Project, Report
    Criteria
    Organize files within a job folder
    Use a file and folder naming convention
    Practice time tracking by project, role and task
    Submit weekly time reports

  2. Collaborate as part of a design team to produce final graphics
    Assessment Strategies
    Project, Role Play
    Criteria
    Assume the roles of a design department within a team
    Design a final collaborative product
    Proof and revise work based on art director’s vision
    Present final team results
    Audit team successes and opportunities

  3. Organize and art direct a photo shoot
    Assessment Strategies
    Project, In-progress review, Presentation
    Criteria
    Original layouts are sketched effectively
    Shot and prop list is compiled accurately
    Photo shoot captures effective custom images
    Layout incorporates the images from the photo shoot
    Final layouts and process are presented according to instructor specifications

  4. Prepare production files for a variety of media
    Assessment Strategies
    Project, Electronic File Preparation/Skill demonstration

  5. Design within brand standards, budget, and audience

  6. Implement advanced production techniques

  7. Iterate and revise designs to produce professional quality work

  8. Analyze design roles and salary

This Outline is under development.