ARTC
1302 Digital Imaging I
Catalog Description:
A studio course introduces the general principles of digital image
processing and electronic painting. Emphasis is on using image editing
and/or image creation software, scanning, resolution, file formats,
output devices, color systems, and image-acquisition. |
ARTC
1317 Design Communication I
Catalog Description:
A studio course (3-2-4)* in the study of design development, relating
to graphic design terminology, tools and media, and layout and design
concepts. Topics include integration of type, images and other design
elements into corporate identity programs and packaging. Computer
skills in industry standard computer programs will be developed.
*3 semester hours credit, 2 hours of lecture and 4 hours of studio
work per week. |
ARTC
1327 Typography
Catalog Description:
A studio course in the study of letterforms and typographic concepts
as elements of graphic communication. Emphasis on developing a current,
practical typographic knowledge based on industry standards.
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ARTC
1349 Art Direction I
Catalog Description:
A studio course (3-2-4)* in the creation of projects in art direction
for advertising graphic campaigns encompassing products, services,
or ideas. Topics include all campaign procedures from initial research
and creative strategy to final execution of comprehensive projects.
*3 semester hours credit; 2 hrs. of lecture & 4 hrs. of studio
work per week. |
ARTC
1353 Computer Illustration
Catalog Description:
A studio course (3 semester hours credit; 2 hours of lecture and
4 hours of studio work per week.) Mastery of the tools and transformation
options of an industry standard drawing program to create complex
illustrations. Includes principles of layout and design, and manipulation
of text and graphics. Students will receive hands-on training with
basic drawing/painting, manipulating and creating vector based graphics
and illustrations. There will be an introduction to various methods
of reproduction in print and electronic graphics. |
ARTC
2311 History of Communication Graphics
Catalog Description:
A studio course (3-2-4)*on the survey on the evolution of graphic
arts as it related to the history of art. Topics include formal,
stylistic, social, political, economic, and historical aspects. Emphasis
on the art movements, schools of thought, individuals, and technology
as they interrelate with graphic art. Historical topics are applied
to illustration, graphic design, typography, photography, print media
graphics, and motion graphics. *3 semester hours credit, 2 hours
of lecture and 4 hours of studio work per week. |
ARTC
2317 Typographic Design
Catalog Description:
A studio course (3-2-4) focusing on the importance of typography
in visual communication will be stressed through the exploration
of problems in typographic design including computer generated letterforms
as elements of design. Topics include theory and techniques of traditional,
contemporary, and experimental typography for advertising and editorial
usage. A continuation of ARTC 1327. * 3 semester hours credit, 2
hours of lecture and 4 hours of studio work per week. |
ARTC
2347 Design Communication II-Animation Design
Catalog Descripton:
An advanced study of design, development, and art direction. Emphasis
on form and content through the selection, creation, and integration
of typographic, photographic, illustrative, and design elements.
Comprehensive application of topics and concepts covered in all prior
classes. Produce advanced individual project(s) in Animation Design.
NOTE: *Must be taken once for each separate major track. |
ARTC
2347 Design Communication II-Graphic Design
Catalog Description:
A studio course (3-2-4) concentrating on advanced individual projects
in any of the graphic arts area of Graphic Design, Illustration,
Photography, and Art Direction. This course is designed for students
to concentrate and expand in a major field of interest. NOTE: Use
this course for Advanced Problems in all 3 tracks: Print, Interactive,
Sequential). *3 semester hours credit, 2 hours of lecture and 4 hours
of studio work per week. |
ARTC
2347 Design Communication II-Web Design
Catalog Description:
A studio course concentrating on advanced individual projects in
any of the following graphic arts areas: Graphic Design, Illustration,
Photography, Art Direction, Web Page Design, Multimedia Authoring,
2D-3D Animation and Digital Video. This course is designed for students
to concentrate and expand in a major field of interest. An advanced
study of design, development, and art direction. Emphasis on form
and content through the selection, creation, and integration of typographic,
photographic, illustrative, and design elements. |
ARTV
1341 3D Animation I
Catalog Description:
Three-dimensional (3-D) modeling and rendering techniques including
lighting, staging, camera, and special effects, emphasis on modeling/surfacing
to create complex characters and environments. |
ARTV
2301 2D Animation I
Catalog Description:
Skill development in the use of software to develop storyboards and
two-dimensional animation including creating, importing, and sequencing
media elements to create multimedia presentations. Emphasis on conceptualization,
creativity and visual aesthetics. |
ARTV
2330 2D Animation II
Catalog Description:
Advanced study of the technical aspects of animation. Emphasis on
aesthetic design and completion of 2-D animation projects. |
ARTV
2351 3D Animation II
Catalog Description:
Advanced skill development in three-dimensional modeling and rendering
techniques using lighting, staging, and special effects for digital
output. Emphasis on production of three-dimensional (3-D) animation
using modeling, rendering and animation software. |
GRPH
2309 Digital Prepress
Catalog Description:
A studio course on the theory and techniques for pre-press preparation
using industry-standard software for final file output. Topics include
the procedures and problems involved in computer file preparation
ranging from trapping, color separations, and resolutions to printing
basics and service bureaus. (3-2-4) |
IMED
1316 Web Page Design I
Catalog Description:
A studio course covering Internet web page design and related graphic
design issues including mark-up languages, web sites, Internet access
software, and interactive topics. *3 semester hours credit, 2 hours
of lecture and 4 hours of studio work per week. |
IMED
1341 Interface Design
Catalog Description:
A studio course focuses on the study of how the features and functions
of interface design get translated into something humans find usable,
useful and desirable. Emphasis is on the role that visual interface
designers play in the multi-disciplinary attempt to bridge the gap
between functionality and usability and to introduce students to
the unique challenges of designing within the realm of a digital
interactive medium. |
IMED
1345 Interactive Multimedia I
Catalog Description:
Exploration of the use of graphics and sound to create interactive
multimedia applications and/or animations using industry standard
authoring software. |
IMED
1380 Cooperative Education
Catalog Description:
A studio course. 20 hours per week complemented by 1 hour of classroom
lecture per week. Career-related activities encountered in the student’s
graphic arts area of specialization are offered through a cooperative
agreement between the college and the employer, and the student.
Under supervision of the college and the employer, the student combines
classroom learning with work experience. Directly related to a technical
discipline, specific learning objectives guide the student through
the paid (or unpaid) work experience. This course may be repeated
if topics and learning outcomes vary. May be repeated for three additional
credit hours. Student must complete 280 hours to complete course. |
IMED
2311 Portfolio Development-Animation Design
Catalog Description:
Preparation and enhancement of portfolio to meet professional standards,
development of presentation skills, and improvement of job-seeking
techniques. |
IMED
2311 Portfolio Development-Graphic Design
Catalog Description:
A studio course (3-2-4) with emphasis on the preparation and enhancement
of a portfolio. Final student portfolios
must meet professional standards of organization and presentation.
Topics include studio organization for freelancing, contracts, working
under pressure, effective self-and articulation, and the writing
of resumés and cover letters. |
IMED
2311 Portfolio Development-Web Design
Catalog Description:
A studio course (3-2-4) with emphasis on preparation and enhancement
of a portfolio to meet professional
standards, professional organizations, presentation skills, and job-seeking
techniques. Topics include studio organization for freelancing, contracts,
working under pressure, effective self-criticism, professionalism
in attitude, appearance and articulation, and the writing of resumés
and cover letters. Students in the 'Interactive" track prepare
an interactive presentation that is a compilation of their best work
in their area of specialization. *Must be taken once for each track. |
IMED
2315 Web Page Design II
Catalog Description:
A studio course focuses on the study of hypertext mark-up language
(HTML) and interesting layout techniques for creating and engaging
well-designed web pages. Emphasis is on identifying the target audience
and producing a web site according to physical and technical limitations,
cultural appearance, and legal issues. |
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