Chabot College
October 1993
Removed Fall 2006
Course Outline for Art 47
COLOR GRAPHIC DESIGN
Catalog Description:
47 - Color in Graphic Design
3 units
Applied color theory with color as an element for communication and expression as applied to graphic
design and related fields. Includes color expression, color theory, color interaction, and color
reproduction, including the four-color process and pre-press considerations. 2 hours lecture, 4 hours
studio.
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of this course, the student should be able to:
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effectively mix and combine colors for desired printed effect;
explore several theories of color;
understand and improve color-related design products;
understand the theory of reproducing color on a computer and printing press.
Course Content:
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Basic color theory
Mensell color system and its derivatives
Two-color printing
Multi-color printing and process colors
Color interaction
Color reproduction
Half tones, screens and photographs
Methods of color proofing
Methods of Presentation:
1. Practical color mixing and color combining exercises on and off the computer.
2. Lecture on text related topics, possibility of guest speakers or field trips to view color printing or
separation processes.
Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
1. Review and evaluation of projects
2. Student projects are critiqued in class during whole class critique sessions and in one-on-one sessions with instruct
Textbook(s) Typical:
The Color Mac: Design Techniques; Marc Miller; Hayden Publishers
Special Student Materials:
Art supplies as required by the instructor, computer disks, layout boards.
RB:kh Art 47
Revised: 10/19/93