GRT 237 - Packaging Design

Credit(s) 3.00
Lecture Hours: 2.00
Lab Hours: 2.00
This course will explore methods and techniques for the design and assembly of three-dimensional product packages and define the role of packaging in product identification, presentation, and production. The unique challenges of adapting typography, illustration, design, and materials to three-dimensional forms are explored. A combination of traditional hands-on skills such as straight edges, drafting, illustration, drawing, and digital skills tools such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign will be necessary to complete most projects.

Prerequisite(s): GRD 415
SLOs:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Express a fundamental understanding of the history of packaging design.
Apply creative solutions for 3-dimensional packaging design using digital design tools and traditional materials.