Course Description
Mastering Adobe Illustrator: The Complete Course
Step into the world of Adobe Illustrator, the industry's leading vector graphics software that empowers both novices and professionals to bring their creative visions to life. Whether you're an aspiring designer or simply someone looking to add a new skill, this course is tailor-made to transform you into an Illustrator maestro.
Adobe Illustrator is not just another drawing tool; it's a universe of possibilities. From simple shape creations to intricate graphic designs, from dynamic web pages to riveting book layouts - the horizon of what you can achieve with Illustrator is boundless. What makes this journey even more exciting is the ease with which you can navigate through these vast capabilities once you get the hang of it.
Course Highlights:
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Foundational Know-How: Start with the essentials. Understand the Illustrator interface, tools, and functionalities. Ideal for beginners, this segment ensures a smooth entry into the world of graphic design.
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Artistic Building Blocks: Master the creation and manipulation of basic shapes and objects, the very foundation of any design work in Illustrator.
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Vector Magic: Dive deep into vector graphics, learning to craft, modify, and perfect them with precision.
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A Splash of Color: Enhance your designs with color, using blends, gradients, and patterns to breathe life into your creations.
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Symbols & Efficiency: Discover how to create symbols to streamline your design process and enhance productivity.
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Layering & Masking Mastery: Grasp advanced techniques such as layers and masks to add depth and complexity to your designs.
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Perspective Drawing: Effortlessly depict landscapes, buildings, and intricate scenarios using the perspective tools.
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Dynamic Additions: Incorporate graphs and text into your designs, including text wrapping around objects and shapes.
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Endless Creations: Whether it's compelling business cards, striking brochures, or personal art pieces, this course will equip you to create them all.
Fear not if Illustrator seems like uncharted territory. With our lucid explanations, practical exercises, and interactive assignments, we break down complex processes into digestible bits. By the course's culmination, regardless of your initial expertise level, you'll be wielding Adobe Illustrator with the finesse of a seasoned professional. Embark on this transformative journey, and redefine the boundaries of your creativity!
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Learning Outcomes
- Define vector graphics and explain their advantage in maintaining image quality across different scales using Adobe Illustrator.
- Demonstrate proficiency in utilizing Adobe Illustrator's workspace, including tool panels and artboards, to efficiently design and organize multi-component digital projects.
- Create and customize artboards to efficiently manage design projects, ensuring alignment and consistency across various design materials.
- Demonstrate the ability to open and modify existing documents using appropriate tools in Adobe Illustrator.
- Create and modify vector paths using Adobe Illustrator tools, including utilizing anchor points and drawing modes, to produce scalable and precise graphic designs.
- Identify the distinct differences between vector and raster graphics and demonstrate how each can be effectively utilized in digital design applications.
- Identify and utilize the Selection Tool in Adobe Illustrator to select entire objects for basic transformations and repositioning
- Implement the Direct Selection Tool to manipulate individual anchor points and path segments for detailed vector illustrations in Adobe Illustrator
- Apply shape manipulation techniques such as moving, copying, aligning, and locking to create a professional and cohesive design layout in Adobe Illustrator.
- Demonstrate the ability to convert raster images to scalable vectors using the Image Trace panel in Adobe Illustrator, including choosing appropriate tracing modes.
- Define and differentiate RGB and CMYK color modes and their suitable applications in digital and print design projects.
- Demonstrate the application of fill and stroke colors on vector shapes in Illustrator, utilizing the Color Picker to enhance design aesthetics.
- Define the process for creating and applying custom patterns in Adobe Illustrator, including using swatches and editing options.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
Assessment | Points |
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Introduce Yourself | 2 points |
Lesson 1: Introduction to Adobe Illustrator | 9 points |
Lesson 2: Working With Documents | 10 points |
Lesson 3: Drawing and Transforming Objects | 10 points |
Lesson 4: Making and Saving Selections | 10 points |
Lesson 5: Working with Shapes and Objects | 10 points |
Lesson 6: Working with Color | 10 points |
Lesson 7: Gradients, Pattern Fills, and Blends | 10 points |
Lesson 8: Points and Paths | 10 points |
Lesson 9: Working With Paths | 10 points |
Lesson 10: Working With Layers | 10 points |
Lesson 11: Working with Type | 10 points |
Lesson 12: Drawing and Painting | 10 points |
Lesson 13: Illustrator Effects | 9 points |
Lesson 14: Symbols | 10 points |
Lesson 15: Outputting Your Work | 10 points |
The Final Exam | 30 points |