Illustrator-2020
Illustrator CC 2020 Masterclass: Skill-Building Labs
Take our Adobe Illustrator CC 2020 course to design logos, icons, illustrations, infographics, and other branding materials.
- Practice in 50 Hands-On Labs — nothing to install
- 18 Interactive Lessons and 80 topics mapped to the official exam objectives
- 205 Practice Test Questions and 2 Full Length Tests
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50 Hands-On LiveLabs
Practice real IT tasks in guided environments.
- Real environments
- Auto-graded
- No installation
18Interactive Lessons
80Topics
50LiveLab
205Practice Test Questions
10Videos
124Flashcards
124Glossary of terms
01 / Skills you'll get
What you will be able to do
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This Adobe Illustrator CC 2020 training course is designed for beginners who want to earn the Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification. From drawing shapes and adding texts to applying effects and preparing customized artwork for print or digital use, you’ll learn everything you need to know. So take your time, relax, and let your imagination flow as you train in the art of illustration.
- Design various vector graphics, including logos, illustrations, infographics, and web elements
- Edit and modify shapes, paths, and text using Illustrator’s tools and techniques
- Use color, effects, and styles to improve the appearance of your artwork
- Work with layers and layer masks to efficiently manage and structure your designs
- Export your artwork in different formats for print, digital, and web use
Target Career Roles
- Web Designer
- Digital Designer
- Graphic Designer
- System Integrator
02 / Lessons & labs
See exactly what you will learn and practice
Lessons
18 Interactive Lessons · 80 topics01 Introduction 5 topics +
- Course Description
- How to Use This Course
- Course-Specific Technical Requirements
- Setting Up the Course
- Install the Course Data Files
02 Introducing Illustrator 5 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Apply Design Principles, Elements, and Graphics Composition
- Topic B: Evaluate Graphics Scalability
- Topic C: Navigate the User Interface
- Topic D: Customize the User Interface
- Summary
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
03 Creating Documents Containing Basic Shapes 4 topics · 3 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Create Documents
- Topic B: Save Documents
- Topic C: Draw Basic Shapes
- Summary
3 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
04 Creating Documents Containing Customized Paths 3 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Draw Paths
- Topic B: Modify Paths
- Summary
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
05 Creating Graphics Containing Customized Text 6 topics · 5 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Insert Text
- Topic B: Apply Flow Text Along a Path
- Topic C: Insert Bounded and Threaded Text
- Topic D: Apply Text Styles
- Topic E: Insert Typographical Characters
- Summary
5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
06 Customizing Objects 3 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Import, Place, and Link Graphics
- Topic B: Alter the Appearance of Objects
- Summary
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
07 Customizing Basic Shapes 5 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Apply Strokes and Brushes
- Topic B: Fill Shapes
- Topic C: Apply Graphics Styles
- Topic D: Distort Text with Text Envelopes
- Summary
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
08 Preparing Documents for Deployment 7 topics · 6 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Update Text
- Topic B: Wrap Text
- Topic C: Hyphenate Text
- Topic D: Optimize Content for Print
- Topic E: Optimize Content for the Web
- Topic F: Optimize Content for PDF Documents
- Summary
6 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
09 Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator Exam +
10 Introduction 5 topics +
- Course Description
- How to Use This Course
- Course-Specific Technical Requirements
- Setting Up the Course
- Install the Course Data Files
11 Drawing Complex Illustrations 6 topics · 5 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Apply the Grid, Guides, and Info Panel
- Topic B: Combine Objects to Create Complex Illustrations
- Topic C: Organize Artwork with Layers
- Topic D: Create a Perspective Drawing
- Topic E: Trace Artwork
- Summary
5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
12 Enhancing Artwork Using Painting Tools 7 topics · 6 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Paint Objects Using Fills and Strokes
- Topic B: Paint Objects Using Live Paint Groups
- Topic C: Paint with Custom Brushes
- Topic D: Add Transparency and Blending Modes
- Topic E: Apply Meshes to Objects
- Topic F: Apply Patterns
- Summary
6 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
13 Customizing Colors and Swatches 5 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Manage Colors
- Topic B: Customize Swatches
- Topic C: Manage Color Groups
- Topic D: Adjust Color
- Summary
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
14 Formatting Type 3 topics · 2 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Set Character Formats
- Topic B: Apply Advanced Formatting Options to Type
- Summary
2 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
15 Enhancing the Appearance of Artwork 5 topics · 4 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Apply Effects to an Object
- Topic B: Create Graphic Styles
- Topic C: Apply a Mask to an Object
- Topic D: Apply Symbols and Symbol Sets
- Summary
4 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
16 Preparing Content for Deployment 7 topics · 5 LiveLab +
- Topic A: Prepare Artwork for Printing
- Topic B: Prepare Transparency and Colors for Printing
- Topic C: Create Slices and Image Maps
- Topic D: Save Graphics for the Web
- Topic E: Prepare Documents for Video
- Topic F: Prepare Files for Other Applications
- Summary
5 LiveLab in this lesson — see the labs panel →
17 Setting Project Requirements 4 topics +
- Topic A: Identify the Purpose, Audience, and Audience Needs
- Topic B: Determine and Evaluate Standard Copyrig...es for Artwork, Graphics, and Graphics Use
- Topic C: Determine and Evaluate Project Management Tasks and Responsibilities
- Summary
18 Appendix A: Mapping Course Content to Graphic Design & Illustration Using Adobe Illustrator Exam +
Hands-On Labs Our edge
50 LiveLabs- Navigating the User Interface
- Customizing the User Interface
- Creating Documents
- Saving a Document as a Template
- Drawing Basic Shapes
- Drawing Paths
- Modifying Paths
- Inserting Text
- Applying Flow Text Along a Path
- Insert Bounded Text
- Applying Text Styles
- Inserting Typographical Characters
- Placing the Imported Graphics
- Altering the Appearance of Objects
- Applying Strokes and Brushes
- Filling Shapes
- Applying Graphic Styles
- Distorting Text with Text Envelopes
- Updating Text
- Wrapping Text
- Hyphenating Text
- Optimizing Content for Print
- Optimizing Content for the Web
- Optimizing Content for PDF Documents
- Setting Guides and Grid Preferences
- Creating Complex Illustrations
- Organizing Artwork with Layers
- Creating a Perspective Drawing
- Tracing a Photograph
- Painting Objects with Gradients and Filled Paths
- Painting Objects Using Live Paint Groups
- Painting with Custom Brushes
- Adding Transparency and Blending Modes
- Applying Meshes to an Object
- Applying Patterns
- Managing Colors in Artwork
- Customizing a Swatch
- Managing a Color Group
- Adjusting Color
- Setting Character Formats
- Applying Advanced Formatting Options to Type
- Applying Effects to an Object
- Creating a Graphic Style
- Applying Effects and Masks to an Object
- Applying Symbols and Symbol Sets
- Preparing Artwork for Printing
- Preparing Transparency and Colors for Printing
- Creating Slices and Image Maps
- Saving Graphics for the Web
- Preparing a File for Use in Other Adobe Applications
Labs run in your browser — nothing to install.
03 / Exam details
Illustrator CC 2020 Masterclass: Skill-Building Labs Details
Pass the Adobe Illustrator certification exam with Adobe Illustrator CC 2020 course and lab. The lab provides a hands-on learning experience in a safe, online environment. The Adobe Illustrator course focuses on the objectives of the Illustrator exam and provides skills in creating and editing vector graphics including graphics for print, Web, and mobile platforms. The course also helps to create "drawn" graphics while enabling its users to integrate content from other domains.
Questions
32
(per exam)
Duration
50 minutes
(per exam)
Passing Score
550
(on a scale of 700)
Exam Fee
- Student price: USD 65
- Commercial suggested retail price: USD 80
Delivered by
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(in-person or online)
Practice Tests
205 Practice Questions
(mapped to official exam objectives)
Certification
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04 / FAQs
Questions before you start
Is Illustrator easier than Photoshop?+
Both Illustrator and Photoshop have their own learning curves. Illustrator is generally considered easier for creating vector graphics, while Photoshop is better suited for creating graphics, photo editing, and improving pixel quality.
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How long does it take a beginner to learn Illustrator?+
The time it takes to learn Illustrator varies greatly depending on your dedication, previous experience, and learning style. A beginner might take several weeks or months to become proficient, while someone with a background in design or drawing could pick it up more quickly.
Which industries use Illustrator?+
Illustrator is used in various industries, including:
Graphic Design: Logos, branding, infographics, and illustrations
Advertising: Print and digital advertisements
Web Design: Icons, illustrations, and user interface elements
Fashion: Pattern design and technical drawings
Architecture: Floor plans, blueprints, and technical illustrations
Game Development: Character design and game assets
Is illustrator a high-paying job?+
The compensation package of an Illustrator depends on various factors, including experience, location, specialization, company size, industry, and project scope.
What is the current version of Illustrator?+
Adobe Illustrator is frequently released with new advanced enhancements. The latest version as of September 2023 is Illustrator 28.5.
What are the prerequisites for this exam?+
There are no official prerequisites for the certification exam.
What is the exam registration fee?+
- Student price: USD 65
- Commercial suggested retail price: USD 80
Where do I take the exam?+
How many questions are asked in the exam?+
The exam contains 32 questions.
What is the duration of the exam?+
50 minutes
What is the passing score?+
550
(on a scale of 300-700)
What is the exam's retake policy?+
- If a candidate fails their first (1st) attempt to pass any Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) certification exam, there is one-day waiting period for retaking the failed exam a second (2nd) time. One day is defined as 24 hours after the exam was first started.
- If a candidate does not pass the exam the second (2nd) time, the candidate must wait for a period of at least five (5) calendar days from the date of their last attempt to retake the exam a third (3rd) or any subsequent time.
- This policy applies to both voucher-based and site-license-based Certiport centers.
- All original vouchers must be used prior to their expiration dates, without exception.
- Retake vouchers must be used within 60 days of the initial failed exam. If a retake was purchased, the retake voucher is sent by email after a failed exam.
- Test results found to be in violation of this retake policy will result in the candidate not being awarded the attempted credential, regardless of score.
Where can I find more information about this exam?+
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