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This document is a written assessment for ICT Technician Level 6 focusing on graphic design, consisting of two sections with various questions related to graphic design terminology, techniques, and principles. Section A requires candidates to answer all questions, while Section B allows them to choose three questions to answer. The assessment includes topics such as typography, color types, design principles, and tools used in graphic design software.

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This document is a written assessment for ICT Technician Level 6 focusing on graphic design, consisting of two sections with various questions related to graphic design terminology, techniques, and principles. Section A requires candidates to answer all questions, while Section B allows them to choose three questions to answer. The assessment includes topics such as typography, color types, design principles, and tools used in graphic design software.

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© 2023 TVET CDACC

061006T9ICT
ICT TECHNICIAN LEVEL 6
ICT/OS/IT/CR/09/6
PERFORM GRAPHIC DESIGN
JULY/AUGUST 2023

TVET CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, ASSESSMENT AND CERTIFICATION


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WRITTEN ASSESSMENT
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TIME: 3 Hours

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE

1. This paper has two sections A and B. Attempt questions in each section as per
instructions given in the section.
2. You are provided with a separate answer booklet
3. Maximum marks for each question are indicated in brackets ()

4. Do not write on the question paper

This paper consists of 3 printed pages


Candidates should check the question paper to ascertain that all pages are
printed as indicated and that no questions are missing

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© 2023 TVET CDACC

SECTION A (40 Marks)

Answer ALL the questions in this section.

1. Define the following terms as applied in graphical design.


a) kerning; (2Marks)
b) leading; (2 Marks)
c) tracking; (2 Marks)
2. List FIVE types of lines used to connect two or more points in graphic designs (5 Marks)
3. Identify FOUR types of colors used by graphic designers. (4 Marks)
4. Highlight at least FIVE features of well-designed symbols in graphic design. (5 Marks)
5. A designer requires design equipment in his workshop. Explain TWO uses of a scanner in graphic
design workshop. (2 Marks)
6. State FOUR properties of vectors used to produce dots and lines images. (4 Marks)
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7. Designing of graphics will depend on the techniques used. As an expert, state FOUR types of
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typography techniques. (4 Marks)


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8. Principles of graphic design are key before one performs graphic design. Highlight SIX principles
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applied in graphic design. (6 Marks)


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9. Identify FOUR basic application areas of a multi-page layout in the modern graphic design
technology. (4 Marks)

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SECTION B (60 Marks)

Answer any THREE questions in this section.

10.
a) Explain FOUR professional skills required by a graphic designer. (8 Marks)
b) Jane has approached you to design graphics on her shirt, explain THREE elements of graphic
design you will use (6 Marks)
c) Describe THREE types of rhythms as an element of graphics that a designer may consider
during designing (6 Marks)

11.
a) Explain FOUR types of signs used in graphic design as visual expression of information
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b) Describe FOUR ways in which copyright supports Kenyan artists in their innovation work.
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c) Differentiate between complementary and simultaneous contrast in graphic design.


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(4 Marks)
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12.
a) In graphic design one of the important elements is to apply typography techniques, explain
FOUR classification of serif typography applied by designers (8 Marks)
b) Describe THREE types of printing technologies that a designer may use to print his design
(6 Marks)
c) Discuss THREE types of balance applied in equal distribution of visual weights
(6 Marks)
13.
a) Explain THREE techniques of image manipulation in graphic design. (6 Marks)
b) James is designing an advertisement. Describe THREE categories of shapes he will use in the
design. (6 Marks)
c) Discuss FOUR tools used in Corel Draw software during graphic design. (8 Marks)

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