Adobe Photoshop – Complete Course Syllabus

Module 8: Masking & Blending
• Layer Masking – Hide/Reveal parts of an image
• Clipping Mask – Apply effects to specific layers
• Blending Modes (Multiply, Screen, Overlay, etc.)

Module 9: Text & Typography
• Horizontal/Vertical Type Tool (T)
• Type on Path, Warped Text
• Text Formatting: Fonts, Size, Spacing, Kerning, Leading
• Converting text to shapes
• Applying Layer Styles to text

Module 10: Shapes & Drawing Tools
• Rectangle, Ellipse, Polygon, Line, Custom Shape Tool
• Pen Tool (P) for paths and selections
• Freeform Pen Tool
• Shape Layers vs. Paths vs. Pixels

Module 11: Filters & Effects
• Filter Gallery (Artistic, Blur, Distort, Sketch, Texture)
• Gaussian Blur, Motion Blur, Smart Blur
• Sharpen & Noise Filters
• Liquify Filter (face reshaping, body adjustments)
• Camera Raw Filter

Module 12: Transform & Smart Objects
• Free Transform (Ctrl+T) – resize, rotate, skew, warp
• Perspective & Distort transformations
• Smart Objects – Non-destructive editing

Module 13: Advanced Retouching
• Content-Aware Move Tool
• Puppet Warp
• Frequency Separation (skin retouching)
• Hair & Complex Selection Techniques

Module 14: Compositing & Photo Manipulation
• Combining multiple images
• Creating Surreal photo effects
• Adding Shadows and Highlights manually
• Matching colors between images

Module 15: 3D Tools (Optional – If Available in Version)
• 3D Text Creation
• 3D Shapes & Lighting
• Rendering in Photoshop

Module 16: Automation & Productivity
• Actions – Recording & Playing
• Batch Processing (apply to multiple images)
• Using Presets & Libraries
• Keyboard Shortcuts

Module 17: Final Projects
1. Photo Retouching Project – Clean up a portrait
2. Poster Design Project – Movie / Event poster
3. Logo Design Project – Using Shapes & Pen Tool
4. Social Media Banner – Professional design using layers, text, and images
5. Photo Manipulation Project – Create a fantasy scene

By the end of this syllabus, students will:
• Know every Photoshop tool and its real-life use
• Be able to create designs, edit images, and build compositions
• Have hands-on project experience.

Adobe Photoshop – 30-Day Course Schedule

Day	Topic	Tools & Features	Assignment / Exercise
1	Intro & Setup	Interface, Panels, New Document	Open & save an image
2	Layers Basics	New, Duplicate, Merge Layers	Create a 3-layer design
3	Selections – Part 1	Marquee, Lasso, Quick Selection	Cut out a person from a photo
4	Selections – Part 2	Magic Wand, Select & Mask	Change photo background
5	Transformations	Free Transform, Warp, Perspective	Make a photo collage
6	Color Adjustments	Hue/Saturation, Levels	Color-correct a dull photo
7	Adjustment Layers	Curves, Gradient Maps	Make a vintage photo effect
8	Retouching Tools – Part 1	Healing Brush, Patch, Clone Stamp	Remove blemishes from a portrait
9	Retouching Tools – Part 2	Content-Aware Fill	Remove unwanted object
10	Text Basics	Type Tool, Warped Text	Create a text-based poster
11	Text Effects	Layer Styles, Blending Options	Create glowing 3D text
12	Shapes & Vector Tools	Shape Tool, Pen Tool basics	Draw a custom shape logo
13	Smart Objects	Convert layers, Edit non-destructive	Edit an image inside Smart Object
14	Filters – Part 1	Blur, Sharpen, Liquify	Retouch face with Liquify
15	Filters – Part 2	Noise, Distort, Artistic Filters	Make a digital art piece
16	Blend Modes	Multiply, Overlay, Screen	Double-exposure effect
17	Masks – Part 1	Layer Masks	Blend two images
18	Masks – Part 2	Clipping Masks	Place image inside text
19	Brushes & Patterns	Custom Brushes, Pattern Fill	Create a seamless pattern
20	Gradient & Overlay	Gradient Tool, Gradient Overlay	Make a gradient background poster
21	Automation	Actions, Batch Processing	Batch resize images
22	Exporting	Save for Web, Print	Export banner in PNG & PDF
23	Social Media Design	FB/IG Posts, Banners	Create 3 social media posts
24	Photo Restoration	Fix old photo	Restore a damaged photo
25	Advertising Design	Product Banner	Create e-commerce ad
26	Poster Design	Movie/Event Poster	Create A4 Poster
27	Collage Project	Multiple Images	Create travel photo collage
28	Branding Project	Logo + Banner + Social Media	Create mini branding kit
29	Revision & Portfolio	Collect works	Prepare student portfolio
30	Final Case Study	Full Campaign Design	Poster + Banner + Social Media Ad

Adobe Illustrator – Detailed 30-Day Syllabus

Adobe Illustrator – 30-Day Course Schedule

Day	Topic	Tools & Features	Assignment / Exercise
1	Intro & Setup	Interface, Artboards	Create 3 artboards
2	Shapes & Lines	Rectangle, Ellipse, Polygon	Make a flower design
3	Selection Tools	Selection, Direct Selection	Modify anchor points
4	Pen Tool – Basics	Drawing paths	Trace simple logo
5	Pen Tool – Advanced	Curves, Handles	Draw cartoon outline
6	Pencil & Brush	Pencil, Blob Brush	Draw freehand art
7	Color Tools	Swatches, Eyedropper	Apply color scheme
8	Gradients	Linear, Radial, Mesh	Create 3D sphere
9	Text Basics	Point & Area Text	Add text on path
10	Typography	Character, Paragraph, Touch Type	Create poster typography
11	Pathfinder	Shape Modes	Create custom icons
12	Shape Builder	Merging & Splitting	Design a logo
13	Appearance Panel	Multiple strokes/fills	Create outline + shadow effect
14	Effects	Warp, Distort, 3D	Make 3D text
15	Transparency & Blend	Blend Tool	Blend two shapes
16	Symbols	Symbol Sprayer	Forest with tree symbols
17	Patterns	Create Seamless Pattern	Design textile pattern
18	Image Trace	Convert raster → vector	Trace logo from image
19	Clipping Masks	Masking images	Place image inside text
20	Layers & Groups	Organize Artwork	Layered illustration
21	Exporting	Save as AI, PNG, PDF, SVG	Export Logo Pack
22	Infographics	Shapes + Text + Icons	Create data infographic
23	Icon Design	Flat Design Icons	5 icons for app
24	Logo Design	Complete Logo Project	Brand logo
25	Poster Design	Event/Movie Poster	A3 poster
26	Business Card	Layout & Branding	Design 2-sided card
27	Packaging Design	Flat mockup	Box design
28	Portfolio Project	Combine Works	Prepare sample portfolio
29	Revision	Tool Review	Practice exercises
30	Final Case Study	Branding Kit	Logo + Business Card + Poster

Adobe InDesign – Detailed 30-Day Syllabus

Adobe InDesign – 30-Day Course Schedule

Day	Topic	Tools & Features	Assignment / Exercise
1	Intro & Setup	Interface, Panels	Create new document
2	Document Setup	Pages, Margins, Columns	Magazine template
3	Frames Basics	Text & Graphic Frames	Insert text + image
4	Selection Tools	Selection, Direct Selection	Adjust images in frame
5	Text Basics	Type Tool, Text Flow	Flyer with text
6	Typography	Character & Paragraph	Format article text
7	Styles	Paragraph & Character Styles	Define Heading & Body styles
8	Shapes	Drawing Tools	Add design shapes
9	Color & Swatches	CMYK, RGB, Spot Colors	Apply brand colors
10	Gradients & Effects	Gradient Fills, Transparency	Gradient cover page
11	Layers	Organize Layout	Newsletter layers
12	Images	Place & Fit	Insert multiple photos
13	Master Pages	Headers, Footers	Auto page numbering
14	Tables	Table Creation & Formatting	Product catalog
15	Object Styles	Consistency in design	Apply drop shadow styles
16	Align & Grids	Smart Guides, Grids	Clean alignment
17	Pathfinder	Custom Shapes	Layout shapes
18	Libraries	CC Libraries, Assets	Brand kit
19	Anchored Objects	Inline graphics	Image inside text article
20	Data Merge	Automating	Create 20 name cards
21	Interactive PDFs	Links, Buttons	Clickable PDF
22	Preflight	Error check	Package files
23	Exporting	Print PDF, EPUB	Export newsletter
24	Magazine Project	4-page layout	Mini magazine
25	Newsletter Project	Corporate Design	Newsletter
26	Resume Design	CV Layout	Resume Template
27	Brochure Design	Tri-Fold Brochure	Company brochure
28	Book Layout	Multi-page	8-page booklet
29	Portfolio	Showcase Projects	Create design portfolio
30	Final Case Study	Annual Report / Company Profile	10-page report

Final Outcomes (All 3 Courses)

  Adobe Photoshop → Master photo editing, retouching, digital art, social media graphics.
  Adobe Illustrator → Master logos, vector graphics, icons, branding.
  Adobe InDesign → Master magazines, books, brochures, professional publishing.

By the end of training, each student will have a Portfolio of 15+ professional projects across all 3 software.

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Assessment & Certification

• Award a AI Skills Certificate on successful completion.

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Assessment & Certification

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