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creating 2-D drawings from 3-D models. Students will create
photo-realistic renderings and animations from the composite
solids they create.
DRFT 2164 - Technical Illustration 2.5/3 (4)
Prerequisite: DRFT 2134. This course emphasizes presentation.
The concepts of working drawings, assembly drawings, and
exploded pictorial drawings will be addressed. Students will
understand the difference between a drawing for marketing
purposes and a drawing for manufacturing purposes. This course
is also an introduction to Autodesk Inventor software.
DRFT 2233 - Computer-Aided Drafting
Internship (Based on demand) 0/15 (3)
Prerequisites: DRFT 1213, DRFT 2134, DRFT 2414 and consent
of program coordinator. Students will apply computer-aided
drafting knowledge in a cooperating business under the supervision
of a training sponsor and the program coordinator. A work
log will be maintained, and a summary paper will be required
upon completion of the experience.
DRFT 2414 - Architectural Drafting 2/4 (4)
Prerequisites: DRFT 2124. The student will create drawings
designed to teach the fundamentals of architectural drafting
including sections, detailing, and dimensioning. Each student
will be required to complete a set of working drawings.
Computer Graphic Design
DSGN 1113 - Digital Photography 3/0 (3)
This is a course designed to provide students with the photography
skills to become proficient in the use of digital cameras.
DSGN 1123 - Introduction to Web Design 3/0 (3)
This course explores the generation and manipulation of Web
content and Web sites using industry standard software, Adobe
Dreamweaver®. Topics include: Developing Web pages, creating a
Web site, using and managing images, creating links and navigation
bars, working with layout and data tables, the effective use
of rich media, and understanding Web design principles, basic
HTML and Cascading Style Sheet (CSS) structures. Students
also will understand how to update, maintain and publish Web
sites. Students will use effective visual communication in various
publication scenarios. This class is geared toward the cultivation
of work for inclusion in the student’s final portfolio.
DSGN 1133 - Package Design 3/0 (3)
This course introduces students to the principles of packaging
design basics, allowing for the translation of two-dimensional design
into three dimensions. By using industry standard software,
Adobe Creative Suite®, students will learn venues of packaging
design and production to communicate concepts into logical
and effective comprehensives (mock-ups). This class is geared
toward the cultivation of work for inclusion in the student’s
final portfolio.
DSGN 1213 - Photoshop Digital Imaging 3/0 (3)
This course explores the generation and manipulation of photographic
and graphic images using industry standard software,
Adobe Photoshop®. Topics include: Bitmap vs. vector – painting
and design, photo correction and manipulation, selections and
masking, filters and special effects, and text and layer styles.
Students will use effective visual communication as they explore
various publication scenarios. This class is geared toward the cultivation
of work to be included in the student’s final portfolio.
DSGN 1223 - Digital Motion Graphics 3/0 (3)
Prerequisite: DSGN 1213 or consent of instructor. This course
explores the generation and manipulation of motion photographic
and graphic images using industry standard software, Adobe
AfterEffects® and Flash®. Topics include composition, nesting,
resolution, layers, effects, RAM preview and animation, masks
and track mattes, text, and presets. Students will use effective
visual communication as they explore various publication scenarios.
This class is geared toward the cultivation of work to be
included in the student’s final portfolio.
DSGN 1233 - Document Design 3/0 (3)
Prerequisite: DSGN 1223 or consent of instructor. This course
introduces students to principles of graphic design and production
while creating documents using industry standard software,
Adobe InDesign®. Students gain understanding of the relationship
between type, illustration, and photographs in a layout. Various
publication scenarios are used as examples. This class is geared
toward the cultivation of work for inclusion in the students final
portfolio.
DSGN 1243 - Computer Illustration 3/0 (3)
This course explores the use of illustration in print and Web
publication using industry standard software, Adobe Illustrator®.
Students apply the basic elements of art and the principles of
design to each composition. Various scenarios will be employed
to achieve effective visual communication. This class is geared
toward the cultivation of work for inclusion in the student’s
final portfolio.
DSGN 1253 - Portfolio Development 3/0 (3)
Prerequisite: DSGN 1233 or consent of instructor. This is a capstone
course for the Computer Graphic Design program. Upon
course completion, students must provide evidence of their understanding
of the concepts and competencies gained in courses
in the program. Students will learn the process of creating and
selecting the content of, and designing the format for, a creative
portfolio. Using Adobe Creative Suite® software, students will
be expected to assemble and distribute a final portfolio, both
digital and hard copy. This portfolio will be reviewed by, and is
subject to the approval of, appropriate faculty and members of
the Computer Graphic Design advisory committee.
Computer Literacy
Credit for COMP 1521 is reserved for students who have
not earned prior credit in a more advanced microcomputer
course.
COMP 1521 - Computer Literacy 1/.5 (1)
The computer novice will study the non-technical aspects of
computers. Emphasis will be given to the impact of computers
on society. A survey of basic hardware and software components,
application in various fields, and hands-on experience using
modern software in word processing are included.
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