Course Descriptions 2023-2024 School Year GRAPHIC DESIGN TECHNOLOGY GRA1150C  Raster Graphics  3.0   O In this course students will learn to use a raster image application (currently Adobe Photoshop) to manipulate, enhance and combine their own photos as well as scanned and stock images. Topics include general image editing techniques and photo manipulation, creation of materials for 3-D applications and the web, image scanning and other methods of assessing and using digital and non-digital visual imagery. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description GRA2124  Graphic Design for Desktop Publishing  3.0   O Designed to provide students with hands-on usage of high-end desktop publishing software and hardware for the production of quality publications. A focus on good graphic design skills will include composition, layout, typography, pagination, style, balance, format and project planning. This course is an introduction to Adobe InDesign. By the end of this course the student will be able to use Adobe InDesign effectively and manage files correctly in MAC OSX.... Full Description GRA2143C  Advanced Web Page Design  3.0   O This course is designed to give students an in-depth look at advanced issues in Web design and to give students experience in adding interactivity and animation to their Web sites. It is intended for students who have mastered the skills of building a basic Web site and who are looking for more sophisticated interface design and technique.... Full Description GRA2157C  Computer Illustration Methods  3.0   O Using a computer as a tool, this course is designed to give graphic design students an in-depth study of object-oriented drawing applications and vector based editing.... Full Description GRA2203  Advanced Electronic Publishing  3.0   O This course is designed to give graphic design students an introduction to the processes of electronic and digital prepress and how it relates to the commercial printing process. It will cover the basics of digital color, color reproduction, electronic prepress systems, hardware, and working with service bureaus. It is also designed to teach students how to identify and determine the appropriate methods of printing for a particular job as well as to identify special and specialty printing methods.... Full Description GRA2710C  Survey of Digital Video  3.0   O Introduction to the concepts of digital video, video basics, digital video technology, system configuration, the development process, editing, production, effects and presentation. The emphasis is on digital video editing, sound editing and an introduction to 2D animation and basic multimedia authoring.... Full Description GRA2940  Graphic Design Internship  4.0   O Practical experience in the application of graphic design knowledge acquired in the classroom. Students will work in a graphic design related business or independently as a consultant to an established business with varied graphics needs. Students will be required to conduct job interviews, work a minimum of 100 hours, maintain information log sheets, secure samples of their work, satisfy two employer evaluations, as well as produce a resume and a portfolio.... Full Description ARH2722C  History of Graphic Design  3.0   O This course will survey the history of graphic design. Students will be introduced to influential designers and become familiar with various graphic styles throughout history. It will also examine typography's 500-year history, introduce basic typographic principles, and help students to implement these principles through projects.... Full Description ADV1210  Introduction to Advertising Design and Graphics  3.0   O An introduction to visual communication theory and methodology, and principles of design. Lectures include such topics as symbolism, visual perception, conceptualization and layout stages, design principles, typography, illustration and imaging, and color. This course will focus on expanding the student's knowledge of basic design principles. It will introduce the student to visual communication theory and devices including their use in the creation of graphics. Composition, typography, and color application will form their foundation for learning to communicate to target audiences. This is a hands-on course that enables students to develop their skills through the creation of various projects throughout the semester.... Full Description ADV1212  Advertising Graphics & Production  3.0   O Designed to acquaint students with print production techniques. Emphasis is placed on techniques related to the advertising business. Lectures review specific uses of design, typography, and print production with sessions dedicated to practicing computer layout and production techniques.... Full Description ADV2211  Advanced Advertising Design & Graphics  3.0   O Advanced design projects in visual communications. Concentration will be on analysis and application of design principles for logos and trademarks, brochures and flyers, and newsletters. Other topics include psychology of color, typography, color and black-and-white visuals. The focus of this class will be to combine the knowledge acquired in Photoshop and InDesign with Illustrator and to apply this knowledge to real-life situations. In some cases, the student may be dealing directly with outside clients.... Full Description ADV2803  Professional Practicum  3.0   O An advanced advertising course requiring the student to prepare and produce a variety of general advertising campaigns, working individually as well as within a group. Emphasis is placed on accurately identifying the targeted audience, campaign design, production methods, media analysis and research. This class is a combination of working with real clients on real projects and will also cover the practical aspects of working as a graphic designer. We will discuss billable hours and design a form to keep track of the time spent on design work for each client. The focus of this class will be to synthesize all of the knowledge gained in this program to apply in real-life situations. Projects will be strictly client-based and will be covered at Full Description DIG2782  Advanced Interface Design  3.0   O Students execute advanced design concepts projects specifically for delivery for media such as kiosks, the Web and portable media. Color, resolution, access speed, and composition are considered as students employ principles of interactive design appropriate for the client and/or target audience.... Full Description PGY2801C  Electronic Still Photography  3.0   O This course is an introductory course designed to teach the student basic photography and computer resolution skills in the computer lab setting. Students will use a digital camera to capture images and implement their compositions into actual design layout concepts on the computer using Adobe Photoshop. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description DIG2201  Advanced Video Production  3.0   O This course develops creative and organizational skills needed for advanced digital video production. It requires participation in a video production project. Students will incur additional production expenses. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description GRA2930  Special Topics: Graphics  3.0   O A focus on special problems, current issues or trends. Course content and subject are variable. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description DIG1200  Basic Video Camera  3.0   O Video production course designed to introduce the concepts of basic videography, exposure to different types of video cameras, composition styles, lighting techniques and safety concerns. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description GRA2583  Web and Digital Media Project  3.0   O This course covers DVD applications and their uses in project design. It includes the creation and use of digital video and audio files for multimedia productions. The emphasis is on DVD production and multimedia authoring. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description DIG2251  Digital Audio  3.0   O This course teaches how to create and edit audio for video production. The curriculum covers recording and editing, removing unwanted noise, customizing sound effects, and adding aural emphasis to a scene. Students learn techniques for recording new dialogue tracks and sound effects while learning how to modify existing audio files. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description CGS2172  E-Commerce Site Designer  3.0   O This course is designed to teach students the basic concepts of conducting business online and technological issues associated with constructing an electronic commerce (e-commerce) Web site.... Full Description CGS2822C  HTML and CSS for Designers  3.0   O This course helps students to establish a solid background of World Wide Web (Web) and Web page creation and Web site basic components. A basic understanding of Web languages such as HTML, XML, XHML, CSS, Dynamic HTML, and Javascript will be emphasized. This course will complement the Web authoring via Web design application courses.... Full Description DIG1341  Motions Graphics  3.0   O This course will teach you the interface of Adobe After Effects. Learn how to animate inside After Effects and how to use a Motion package. Learn the basic concepts in motion graphics, key framing and visual effects and how to integrate your projects with other computer graphic design software to deliver quality results.... Full Description DIG2342  Visual Effects: Keying and Color  3.0   O This course exposes students to the disciplines used in creating and compositing video shot on a blue or green screen. More sophisticated methods are introduced for color correcting and adjusting video to produce seamless composites. Each student produces a final edited project utilizing these skills. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description GRA2100C  Computer Graphics for Artists and Designers  3.0   O A course in the use of computer graphics in the design profession. Students will use the Macintosh computer with Adobe Illustrator to create original artwork and illustrations which will subsequently be used in layouts for varieties of publications. This course is an introduction to Adobe Illustrator. The student will be able to use Adobe Illustrator effectively and manage files to create basic illustrations. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description GRA2140C  Multimedia Production 1  3.0   O This course begins the instruction of time-based graphics applications and their uses in graphic design projects. It includes the creation and use of digital video and audio files for multimedia productions. The emphasis is on digital video editing, sound editing and an introduction to 2D animation and basic multimedia authoring. In this course the student will learn the techniques for shooting, capturing and editing video using standard DV equipment and a non-linear editor. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides a purchase of a textbook.... Full Description GRA2141C  Multimedia Production 2  3.0   O This course continues the instruction of time-based graphics applications and their uses in graphic design projects with an emphasis on multimedia integration, user interface design and interactive project design. In this course the student will continue to learn the techniques for creating video. These techniques include advanced camera work and editing, motion graphics and animation. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description GRA2162C  3D Modeling and Animation for Graphic Design 1  3.0   O This course introduces three-dimensional computer graphics as a method for creating imagery with realistic depth and volume for video, advertising, presentations and motion graphic media. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description GRA2168C  3D Modeling and Animation for Graphic Design 2  3.0   O This course builds on tools, concepts, and techniques learned in 3D Modeling and Animation for Graphic Design 1, GRA2162C. Additional techniques in animation and rendering are explored including simulations and advanced rendering. This course may require a short-term subscription to Lynda.com, besides the purchase of a textbook.... Full Description GRA2208  Typography  3.0   P This is a studio course that provides and emphasis on basic concepts and vocabulary of typography with emphasis on expressive potential of typography and meaningful visual communication. Type anatomy, classification, basic terminology, design principles and understanding of form and semantic attributes of letter forms will be explored in coursework as well as design through typography.... Full Description DIG2349C  Digital Compositing and VFX  3.0   O This course presents concepts, principles, tools and techniques for producing digital visual FX, compositing, and motion tracking related to digital film and television broadcast, advertising and web-based video platforms. The course focuses on the production of digital visual FX, procedures and planning needed for producing, assembling and delivering VFX scenes. This course provides instruction on software-based compositing using video, green screen, 3d, motion tracking and still imagery to produce high quality VFX projects.... Full Description DIG1030C  Introduction to Digital Video  3.0   O This course introduces concepts, principles, tools and techniques for producing digital video pro-ductions related to digital film and television broadcast, advertising and web-based video platforms. The course focuses on types of video production and the proper equipment, safety and procedures and planning needed for producing, assembling and delivering digital video projects. This course provides an introduction into proper camera, lighting, audio and field/studio equipment use.... Full Description DIG2252C  Digital Audio 2  3.0   O The purpose of this course is to develop an advanced knowledge of digital audio concepts, audio processing principles, hardware, digital audio processing and production as relates specifically to the field of video and multimedia. Areas of knowledge will be applied to practical applications through project-based assignments. Areas of knowledge include mixing, foley audio, sound effects, sound export and output formats, sound design and music.... Full Description DIG1342C  Motion Graphics 2  3.0   O This course introduces concepts, principles, tools and techniques for producing digital animation productions related to digital film and television broadcast, advertising and web-based video platforms. The course focuses on typography, digital 2d and 3d text-based and graphical animation. The course will also explore the history of motion media in advertising and video.... Full Description GRA2111C  Visual Methods and Processes  3.0   P This course is designed to facilitate the student's growth in the comprehension of basic spatial awareness, visual rhetoric, semiotics, gestalt principles, and explores he practical applications to graphic design. Semester work focuses on key design concepts, such as process, methods, technique, technology, and the production of visual and physical design artifacts. Exercises will focus on form-making in relation to images, color, hierarchy and grid structures, students will explore a variety of design applications and build skills in communicating visual meaning.... Full Description