Combine several shapes with Pathfinder
Use the gradient mesh tool
Repeat operations
Manage layers
Manage layer transparency and blending modes 
Create a clipping mask
Understand contour modeling
Create fill patterns

Workshop: create a first complex illustration

Vectorize sketched illustrations
Adjust the vectorization according to the initial document
Decompose and clean the vectorization
Adjust and manage options of paths
Use the live paint tool

Workshop: create a second complex illustration, live trace

Combine multiple shapes
Decompose shape and background
Use the blend tool
Copy path segments and layer
Use symbols with the symbol sprayer tool
Manage symbol sprayer options
Create symbols

Workshop: create a third complex illustration, blend tool, decomposition of shapes, masks, transparency, blending mode

Share libraries of shapes, symbols and patterns
Share swatches with Photoshop and InDesign
Import DWG-type documents (sometimes exports in .PDF)
Prepare DWG documents or PDF exports to work in Photoshop
Import this document as dynamics objects and rework them via Photoshop in Illustrator
Integrate the Photoshop document into InDesign

Workshop: work on the transversality between different Illustrator compositions, DTP software and with CAD software (AutoCad, ArchiCad, etc.)

Create, extrude and revolve 3D objects
Create lights and texture applications

Know the formats intended for paper printing
Manage trapping and overprinting
Add print marks and bleeds
Know the formats intended for the web