Spring 2026
DESINV 198 3 - LEC 3
Directed Group Study for Undergraduates
Brand Identity Graphic Design DeCal
Current Enrollment
Total Open Seats:
9
Enrolled: 26
Waitlisted: 0
Capacity: 35
Waitlist Max: 0
No Reserved Seats
Hours & Workload
2 to 8 hours of outside work hours per week, and 1 to 4 hours of instructor presentation of course materials per week.
Course Catalog Description
Directed group study on various topics in design innovation.
Class Description
This course is an in-depth exploration of what branding is and how it works, through the eyes of a designer. Each student will come up with a brand concept for a company/business that's imaginary or real. Students will cultivate skills of conceptualizing and visualizing and learn the basic skills of graphic design as a means to make those ideas a reality. The course focuses on design as a tool to communicate. Students will learn about the conceptual elements of branding, and how to use graphic design tools like Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop as a valuable skill set that will help them in the future.
Class Notes
Enrollment is by application. Applicants will complete and submit a Google Form of questions, which can be found on our website (www.bigddecal.com) and through our Instagram (@bigddecal).
Rules & Requirements
Repeat Rules
Reserved Seats
Current Enrollment
No Reserved Seats
Textbooks & Materials
See class syllabus or https://calstudentstore.berkeley.edu/textbooks for the most current information.
Guide to Open, Free, & Affordable Course Materials
Associated Sections
None