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Course Description

Unlock the power of strategic design by mastering layout and grid systems that elevate your work—whether for print or digital platforms. This course guides you through the essential steps of starting a layout and knowing exactly where to take it, helping you create designs that not only capture attention but also guide the viewer effortlessly.

Great design isn’t just about placing elements—it’s about shaping space with intention. You’ll learn how to use focal points, leading lines, and negative space to craft layouts that feel polished, effective, and visually compelling.

Dive into professional grid systems and golden layout rules that bring structure, consistency, and sophistication to your designs. We’ll break down column systems, layout principles, and spatial techniques so you can confidently apply them to create flow, breathing room, visual hierarchy, and clarity in every project.                                     

Course Outline

Unit 1: Grids & Columns: The Structural Foundation
Unit 2: Negative Space: Designing with Breathing Room
Unit 3: Visual Hierarchy & Focal Points
Unit 4: Bringing it All Together: Advanced Layout Techniques
 
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Notes

Instructor: Andy Helmi                                                                                                                                            

Prerequisites

Students must have working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign prior to enrolling in this course. Familiarity with these tools is essential for successful participation.                            

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Section Title
Mastering Layout and Grids
Type
Online, self paced
Dates
May 04, 2026 to May 29, 2026
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee $225.00 Click here to get more information
CEUs
1.6 CEUs

Section Notes

  • Instructor: Andy Helmi
  • Course Format: Virtual, self-guided.
  • Course Duration: May 4-29, 2026
  • Access to Course: An invitation into the online classroom will be emailed to you typically the Wednesday prior to the start of the course. If you haven’t received the invite by the following morning, you can forward the confirmation email to info@ugotclass.org for a prompt resend.
Section Title
Mastering Layout and Grids
Type
Online, self paced
Dates
Jul 06, 2026 to Jul 31, 2026
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Course Fee $225.00 Click here to get more information
CEUs
1.6 CEUs

Section Notes

  • Instructor: Andy Helmi
  • Course Format: Virtual, self-guided.
  • Course Duration: July 6, 2026 to July 31, 2026
  • Access to Course: An invitation into the online classroom will be emailed to you typically the Wednesday prior to the start of the course. If you haven’t received the invite by the following morning, you can forward the confirmation email to info@ugotclass.org for a prompt resend.