49-701 Visual Communication for Innovators

6 units, Carnegie Mellon University

This course will introduce students to concepts and approaches on how to communicate using various visualization tools and methods through a combination of mediums including sketching, whiteboards, PowerPoint, 3D mockups and videos. Through readings, minilectures, handson activities to practice and apply, students will learn how to breakdown complexity through the power of visualization...from capturing an idea or challenge to presenting your thoughts and creating a compelling story visually. Topics may include sketching fundamentals thumbnails, perspective drawing, concept posters, mockups, and 3D visuals and when to use them, chartsdiagramsmaps to visualize complex processes and data, visual composition color, balance, typography for visual presentations, and storyboarding and video development for effective storytelling. This is a required course in the MIIPS degree program. All other students must contact the instructor for permission.

Prerequisites: none listed

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