Certificate in CorelDRAW Basics

UNIT 1: Introduction to CorelDRAW & Graphic Design Fundamentals

Theory

1. Introduction to graphic design
2. Introduction to CorelDRAW
3. Applications of CorelDRAW in design and printing
4. Vector graphics vs. raster graphics
5. CorelDRAW workspace and interface
6. Creating and managing documents
7. Page size, orientation and layout
8. Units, rulers and guidelines
9. Understanding objects and layers
10. Basic colour concepts
11. File formats and saving projects
12. Basic design principles

Practical

1. Open and explore the CorelDRAW workspace
2. Create a new document
3. Set page size and orientation
4. Use rulers and guidelines
5. Create and save a design file
6. Draw basic shapes
7. Select, move and resize objects
8. Copy, duplicate and delete objects
9. Apply basic colours
10. Create a simple geometric composition

UNIT 2: Drawing Tools, Shapes & Object Management

Theory

1. Pick Tool and Shape Tool
2. Rectangle and Ellipse tools
3. Polygon and Star tools
4. Freehand and Bezier tools
5. Pen and curve drawing basics
6. Nodes and node editing
7. Object positioning and alignment
8. Grouping and ungrouping
9. Object order and stacking
10. Transformations and rotation
11. Weld, Trim and Intersect
12. Basic object editing techniques

Practical

1. Create basic geometric shapes
2. Draw freehand lines
3. Create curves using Bezier/Pen tools
4. Edit nodes
5. Create custom shapes
6. Align and distribute objects
7. Group and ungroup objects
8. Duplicate and rotate objects
9. Use Weld, Trim and Intersect
10. Create a simple icon
11. Create a decorative shape composition
12. Design a basic vector illustration

UNIT 3: Text, Typography, Colour & Layout

Theory

1. Introduction to typography
2. Artistic Text and Paragraph Text
3. Font selection
4. Font size and spacing
5. Character and paragraph formatting
6. Text alignment
7. Text on a path
8. Colour theory fundamentals
9. RGB, CMYK and print colours
10. Colour palettes and fills
11. Outline and transparency
12. Basic layout principles
13. Balance, contrast and hierarchy

Practical

1. Create artistic text
2. Create paragraph text
3. Format fonts and text
4. Adjust character spacing
5. Create text on a curve
6. Apply colour combinations
7. Create gradients
8. Apply outlines
9. Use transparency
10. Create a typography composition
11. Design a simple quotation/poster
12. Create a basic flyer layout

UNIT 4: Logo Design, Illustration & Print Design

Theory

1. Fundamentals of logo design
2. Logo types and visual identity
3. Shape-based logo creation
4. Basic icon design
5. Vector illustration principles
6. Image import and placement
7. Image tracing/vectorization basics
8. Clipping and object effects
9. Business card design principles
10. Flyer and poster design
11. Print layout and margins
12. Bleed and basic print requirements
13. Preparing artwork for printing

Practical

1. Create a simple logo concept
2. Design a professional-looking logo
3. Create a custom icon
4. Develop a simple vector illustration
5. Import and position images
6. Practice basic image tracing
7. Create a business card
8. Create a promotional flyer
9. Create a poster
10. Design a simple certificate
11. Prepare a print-ready layout
12. Export designs for print and digital use

UNIT 5: Professional CorelDRAW Projects & Portfolio

Theory

1. Complete graphic design workflow
2. Design planning and client requirements
3. Creating design concepts
4. File organization and project management
5. Image and font usage
6. Print and digital design requirements
7. Colour management basics
8. Exporting for different purposes
9. PDF, JPG, PNG and other formats
10. Basic print production workflow
11. Client presentation and feedback
12. Portfolio development
13. Freelancing and career opportunities

Practical

Project 1 – Logo Design

1. Understand the design brief
2. Develop concepts
3. Create rough sketches
4. Convert concept into vector artwork
5. Select typography and colours
6. Finalize the logo
7. Export logo in suitable formats

Project 2 – Business Card

1. Set document size
2. Create layout
3. Add logo and text
4. Apply colours
5. Add contact information
6. Prepare print layout
7. Export final design

Project 3 – Poster/Flyer

1. Select theme
2. Set page layout
3. Import images
4. Create typography
5. Arrange design elements
6. Apply colours and effects
7. Prepare final artwork

Project 4 – Final Design Portfolio

1. Select completed designs
2. Refine artwork
3. Organize project files
4. Create digital presentation
5. Export portfolio
6. Present designs professionally

3-Month Course Progression

MONTH 1 – CorelDRAW Fundamentals

Unit 1: Introduction to CorelDRAW & Graphic Design Fundamentals

Unit 2: Drawing Tools, Shapes & Object Management

Students learn:

• CorelDRAW interface
• Document setup
• Shapes
• Drawing tools
• Bezier/Pen tools
• Node editing
• Object management
• Alignment
• Transformations
• Basic vector design

Practical Project: Create a basic vector illustration and icon set.

MONTH 2 – Typography, Colour & Design

Unit 3: Text, Typography, Colour & Layout

Unit 4: Logo Design, Illustration & Print Design

Students learn:

• Typography
• Text formatting
• Colour theory
• RGB and CMYK
• Logo design
• Vector illustration
• Business cards
• Flyers
• Posters
• Print layout

Practical Projects:

• Logo
• Business card
• Flyer
• Poster
• Certificate design

MONTH 3 – Professional Design Projects

Unit 5: Professional CorelDRAW Projects & Portfolio

Students work on:

• Client design briefs
• Logo development
• Branding basics
• Print-ready artwork
• Digital artwork
• File preparation
• Exporting
• Portfolio creation

Final Project Workflow

Design Brief → Concept → Sketch → Vector Creation → Typography → Colour → Layout → Refinement → Print Preparation → Export → Portfolio Presentation

Final Assessment

Theory Examination

Students will be assessed on:

• CorelDRAW tools
• Vector graphics
• Drawing and editing
• Typography
• Colour theory
• Logo design
• Layout
• Print preparation
• File formats

Practical Examination

Students should demonstrate:

1. Create a new document
2. Draw and edit vector shapes
3. Use Bezier/Pen tools
4. Edit nodes
5. Create and format text
6. Apply colours and gradients
7. Design a simple logo
8. Create a business card
9. Create a poster/flyer
10. Export artwork in suitable formats

Final Project

Students create a complete mini-branding package consisting of:

• Logo
• Business card
• Promotional flyer
• Poster
• Certificate or social-media graphic

Student Portfolio

The portfolio can include:

• Vector illustrations
• Logo designs
• Typography designs
• Business cards
• Posters
• Flyers
• Certificates
• Social-media graphics
• Final branding project