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WSQ - Generative AI (GenAI) Visuals in Photoshop and Firefly

WSQ - Generative AI (GenAI) Visuals in Photoshop and Firefly

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This comprehensive course dives into the innovative world of Generative AI (GenAI) for visual communication, focusing on practical applications in Photoshop and Firefly. Participants will begin by exploring the basics of GAI, understanding popular tools for image creation, and learning how to use text prompts effectively. The course emphasizes the principles of visual communication design, ensuring learners can initiate impactful visual messages using GAI tools.

Advanced modules in the course introduce learners to GAI in Firefly, where they'll discover techniques for creating storyboards that communicate visual narratives. This knowledge is crucial for team collaboration and task flow management. In Photoshop, the course covers using Generative Fill, manipulating objects, and advanced image adjustments like inpainting and outpainting. Learners will also delve into the art of color correction and employing color fundamentals to enhance visual appeal. The course culminates with strategies to propose enhancements in visual designs, using GAI to assess aesthetics and apply advanced critique techniques.

Learning Outcomes

By end of the course, learners should be able to:

Initiate visual communication through GAI in Photoshop and Firefly.
Create storyboards using GAI in Firefly that communicate visual narratives and task flows for team collaboration.
Propose enhancements to visual design using GAI by assessing aesthetics and applying advanced critique techniques in Photoshop.
Formulate GAI strategies employing color fundamentals to enhance the appeal of visual outputs in Photoshop.

Course Brochure

Download WSQ - Generative AI (GenAI) Visuals in Photoshop and Firefly Brochure

Skills Framework

This course follows the guideline of Visual Communication DSN-COM-4005-1.1 under Design Skills Framework

Certification

Certificate of Completion from Tertiary Infotech - Upon meeting at least 75% attendance and passing the assessment(s), participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from Tertiary Infotech.
OpenCerts from SkillsFuture Singapore - After passing the assessment(s) and achieving at least 75% attendance, participants will receive a OpenCert (aka Statement of Achievement) from SkillsFuture Singapore, certifying that they have achieved the Competency Standard(s) in the above Skills Framework.

Funding and Grant Applications

WSQ funding is only applicable to Singaporeans and PR. Subject to eligibility, the funding support is subjected to funding caps.

Effective for courses starting from 1 Jan 2024
Full Fee	GST	Nett Fee after Funding (Incl. GST)
		Baseline	MCES / SME
$900.00	$81.00	$531.00	$351.00

Baseline: Singaporean/PR age 21 & above
MCES(Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy): S'porean age 40 & above

Upon registration, we will advise further on how to tap on the WSQ Training Subsidy.

You can pay the nett fee (after the WSQ training subsidy) by the following :

SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC)

Eligible Singapore-registered companies can tap on $10000 SFEC to cover out-of-pocket expenses.Click here to submit SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit

SkillsFuture Credit (SFC)

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SFC to offset course fee payable after funding but the $4,000 Additional SFC (Mid-Career Support) cannot be used. Click here to submit SkillsFuture Credit

UTAP

Eligible NTUC members can apply for 50% of the unfunded fee from UTAP, capped up to $250/year and for members aged 40 and above, capped up to $500/year. Click here to submit UTAP

PSEA

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their PSEA funds to offset course fee payable after funding.

To check for Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) eligibility for this course, Visit SkillsFuture (course code: TGS-2024045220)

Scroll down to “Keyword Tags” to verify for PSEA eligibility.
If there is “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is eligible for PSEA.

Course Code: TGS-2024045220

Post-Course Support

We provide free consultation related to the subject matter after the course.
Please email your queries to enquiry@tertiaryinfotech.com and we will forward your queries to the subject matter experts.

Course Cancellation/Reschedule Policy

You can register your interest without upfront payment. There is no penalty for withdrawal of the course before the class commerce.
We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule the course due to unforeseen circumstances. If the course is cancelled, we will refund 100% for any paid amount.
Note the venue of the training is subject to changes due to availability of the classroom

Course Details

Topic 1: Generative Ai for Visual Communication

Introduction to Generative Ai (GAI)
Popular GAI tools for image creation
Use text prompts to create images
Text prompt best practices
Elements of visual communication design
Best practices of visual communication

Topic 2: Generative AI in Firefly

Using content types and styles
Mixing images with match image
Setting colours, lighting and composition
Using Firefly photo settings
Create text effects
Setting colour and fitting options
Using text effects in Adobe Express
Creating design templates with Text to Template

Topic 3: Generative AI in Photoshop

Using Generative Fill in Photoshop
Inserting Objects and subjects
Removing subjects from an image
Selecting objects
Selecting people
Replacing image backgrounds
Replacing skies
Using multiple prompts
Generative Expand
Inpainting and outpainting

Topic 4: Adjusting AI Images

Fixing AI faces wit neural filters
Modifying environments
Colour correction

Final Assessment

Written Assessment - Short Answer Questions (WA-SAQ)
Practical Performance (PP)

Course Info

Promotion Code

Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses

Minimum Entry Requirement

Knowledge and Skills

Able to operate using computer functions
Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)

Attitude

Positive Learning Attitude
Enthusiastic Learner

Experience

Minimum of 1 year of working experience.

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

Softtware: Windows / Mac

Hardware: Laptop

About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)

The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity.

Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.

For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.

Funding Eligility Criteria

Individual Sponsored Trainee

Employer Sponsored Trainee

Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents aged 21 and above
From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.
Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
We reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from trainee if he/she did not meet the eligibility criteria.

Singapore Citizens or Singapore Permanent Residents who are DIRECT EMPLOYEE of the sponsoring company.
From 1 October 2023, attendance-taking for SkillsFuture Singapore's (SSG) funded courses must be done digitally via the Singpass App. This applies to both physical and synchronous e-learning courses.
Trainee must pass all prescribed tests / assessments and attain 100% competency.
We reserves the right to claw back the funded amount from the employer if trainee did not meet the eligibility criteria.

SkillsFuture Credit:

Eligible Singapore Citizens can use their SkillsFuture Credit to offset course fee payable after funding.

PSEA:

To check for Post-Secondary Education Account (PSEA) eligibility, goto mySkillsFuture portal and search for this course code.
Scroll down to "Keyword Tags" to verify for PSEA eligibility.
If there is “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is eligible for PSEA.
And if there is no “PSEA” under keyword tags, the course is ineligible for PSEA.
Not all courses are eligible for PSEA funding.

Absentee Payroll (AP) Funding:

$4.50 per hour, capped at $100,000 per enterprise per calendar year.
AP funding will be computed based on the actual number of training hours attended by the trainee.

SFEC:

If the Training Provider has submitted an enrolment for course fee grant claim in Training Partners Gateway (TPGateway), SSG would be able to derive SFEC funding based on this record. There is no need for enterprise to submit any claim request and the SFEC claim will be automatically generated and disbursed.
Where there is no such record, eligible employers are required to submit an SFEC claim after course completion via the SFEC microsite.
SkillsFuture Enterprise Credit (SFEC) Microsite

Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim

The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’

SkillsFuture Level-Up Program

The SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme provides greater structural support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy. For more information, visit SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme

Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP

The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).

For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)

Steps to Apply UTAP

Note

SSG subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.

Job Roles

Digital Artist
Graphic Designer
Visual Communications Manager
Creative Director
AI Art Generator Specialist
Photoshop Expert
Firefly Technician
Storyboard Artist
Visual Content Creator
Digital Marketing Specialist
Art Director
Multimedia Designer
Visual Effects (VFX) Artist
Photo Editor
User Experience (UX) Designer
Advertising Designer
Brand Strategist
Visual Narrator
Color Specialist
AI Visual Researcher

Trainers

Sophia Novita: Sophia Novita was a lecturer for 4 years in Visual Communication Design before she moved to Singapore. As an enthusiast for education, aside from her full-time job, she puts aside her time to teach. Her skill sets are ranging from Adobe Software such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign and Adobe Premiere Pro, to the word processor as well as Web Development.

James Lee Kin Nam: James Lee Kin Nam is a ACTA certified trainer. James has more than 20 years of progressive training experience in both corporate enterprises and educational institutes. He is certified by Adobe as an Adobe Certified Expert, Instructor and Web Specialist. He holds an Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP Certified Trainer / Assessor) in adult training. He is also an MOE Registered Instructor. Graduated in the area of Computer Studies and Multimedia Development, he specializes in graphics, animation and web technologies.

He was a former Adjunct Lecturer for Singapore Polytechnic, Web Developer for Nanyang Technological University (NTU) and Social Media & Content Specialist for Equinet Academy. He is currently an External Consultant & Training Associate at Boston Consulting Group.

He has guided many users in the usage of Adobe applications and website development to achieve greater heights in their career advancement. With his knowledge and experiences, James has the ability to explain and simplify complex concepts. He will be able to make positive contributions to your learning journey.

Shanique Moh: Shanique Moh is an ACTA certified Trainer. She has a blended mix of software skills and traditional painting skill on canvas and mural painting. She is a 3D animation artist graduate majored in Concept Creative design and story boarding and graduated in Visual Communication. With years of experience in multitude of industries, She is good at building rapport and collaborated with people of different cultures & demographics.

Euxyn Chan Yew Sin: Euxyn Chan Yew Sin is a ACTA certified trainer. Euxyn Chan is born to be an explorer — one who loves to experiment everything. Through her discovery, she often evolves ideas, transforms into engaging content that inspires people. An award-winning creative media veteran with over 15 years of experience in integrated marketing ranges from print, digital, video to event management.