DEGREES,CERTIFICATES,COURSESDEGREES, CERTIFICATES, COURSESCOURSE DESCRIPTIONSGRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS(See also Art and Photographic Studies)GC 115INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER ARTPrerequisite: None6 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditThis software-based approach to art and design concepts introducesstudents to the history and use of computer applicationsin the visual arts.The integration of representative hardware,software and peripherals is emphasized. Students learn to generate,combine and manipulate traditional and contemporaryvisual ideas using both raster paint/photo retouching programsand professional quality vector drawing programs.Written workincludes critiques, proposals and artistic statements.(same as ART 115)GC 150BASIC COMPUTER GRAPHICSPrerequisite: None1 lecture, 2 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs creditThis course is an introduction to the Macintosh computer as atool in graphic communications. Orientation and understandingof system and basic application software are covered throughprojects in design.GC 151 (IAI:ART 918)PRINCIPLES OF GRAPHIC DESIGNPrerequisite: GC 115 or ART 115 or concurrent registration6 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditStudents are introduced to theoretical and practical aspects ofvisual communication, including the basic composition andconceptual skills of graphic design.Techniques, processes andterminology of graphic design will be covered.Written workincludes critiques, proposals and artistic statements. Classes willbe conducted in the Computer Graphics and Illustration Lab.GC 154TYPOGRAPHYPrerequisite: GC 1511 lecture, 2 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs creditThis course investigates the effective use of type in visualdesign.The creation of original fonts using digital applicationswith some traditional methods will be explored.GC 156DESIGN SOFTWARE WORKSHOP: SPECIAL TOPICSPrerequisite: GC 1501 lecture, 2 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs credit (may be repeated 3 times)This course provides orientation, concentration and practicalapplication of a specific computer imaging software program.Each workshop features one of six leading software packagesidentified by graphic design professionals.GC 160DESIGN FOR PUBLISHINGPrerequisite: GC 115 or ART 1151 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditThis course focuses on design opportunities in publishing andteaches students how to develop newsletters, ads, <strong>catalog</strong>s andpresentations.2006-2008 CATALOGGC 161AIRBRUSH TECHNIQUESPrerequisite: GC 151(recommended)1 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditThis course introduces airbrush techniques and methods forapplications in illustration and image retouching.Air source willbe furnished for use with student’s airbrush.GC 162INTRODUCTION TO WEB SITE DEVELOPMENTPrerequisite: None1 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditThis course introduces professional Web site creation and managementusing basic features of Web design software. Studentsapply basic principles of mass communication; translate copy,sound, and still and moving images into the Web environment;use design principles to develop storyboards, site maps and navigationstructures; and upload and maintain a Web site.Webrelatedlegal and ethical issues are covered. Successful completionprepares students to pass exams leading to variousCertified Internet Webmaster (CIW) credentials. (same asITWEB 103)GC 171ILLUSTRATION IPrerequisite: GC 151 (recommended)1 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditOffered fall term onlyIn this studio environment the student will learn to draw controlledillustrations with confidence. Emphasis will be placed onperception and rendering ability, with a variety of techniquesand media. Digital and traditional media will be used.GC 172ILLUSTRATION IIPrerequisite: GC 171 or ART 1041 lecture, 2 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs creditOffered spring term onlyThis course is an advanced study of color and black and whiterendering techniques. Subject matter, media choice and sellingconsiderations will be fully explored through a variety of illustrationproblems.GC 175ANIMATION TECHNIQUESPrerequisite: GC 115 or ART 1151 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditThis course introduces the concepts, processes and history ofanimation covering both traditional and two-dimensional computer-basedanimation techniques. It incorporates the use ofdrawn, vector and bit-mapped formats as a means of generatinganimated sequences.GC 182DIGITAL VIDEOPrerequisite: GC 115 or ART 1151 lecture, 2 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs creditThis course covers the theory and practical techniquesrequired to create and produce digital video. Computer softwareand production tools are used.134
2006-2008 CATALOGGC 185DIGITAL SOUNDPrerequisite: GC 115 or ART 1151 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditStudents use digitized sounds, traditional foley effects, generalmidi music and dubbed effects to develop sound tracks for film,video and multimedia.The primary focus is creation of videoand multimedia soundtrack.The use of professional sound andediting techniques is emphasized.This is a studio course inwhich the primary emphasis is development of a student’s portfolio.Writingappropriate to the profession is required.GC 262FLASH/INTERFACE DESIGNPrerequisite: GC 151 and ITWEB 103 or GC 162 recommended1 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditThis studio course develops students’ understanding of interactiveWeb and interface design with an understanding of graphicdesign and interface design principles. Students will develop anintegrated and consistent interface for a Web site using graphicprograms including, but not limited to, Dreamweaver, Flash andPhotoshop. Students practice extensive use of scripting andprogramming with an emphasis on using professional designtechniques and standards. Sound, video, animation and interactivityare combined in interactive work.The primary emphasisof this course is development of the student’s portfolio.Writingappropriate to the profession is required. (same as ITWEB 203)GC 265INTERACTIVE DESIGN PROJECTPrerequisite: GC 1621 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditThis course develops students’ ability to work as part of a creativeteam. Students develop a group multimedia project usingprofessional management techniques and standards. Sound,video, animation and interactivity are combined to create aninteractive work.This is a studio course in which the primaryemphasis is development of a student’s portfolio.Writing appropriateto the profession is required.GC 272DIGITAL ILLUSTRATIONPrerequisite: GC 115 or ART 1151 lecture, 2 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs creditThis is a comprehensive course in drawing and painting originaldesigns using the Macintosh imaging system. Close attention ispaid to commercial uses of the personal computer in the illustrationfield.GC 287PROFESSIONAL DESIGNPrerequisite: GC 1601 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditThis course concentrates on advanced projects in computerimage manipulation and design with emphasis on quality printoutput, film recording and other methods of production. Use offlatbed and film scanner techniques are also covered.GC 2913-D PACKAGING AND DISPLAY DESIGNPrerequisite: GC 1511 lecture, 2 lab hrs per week: 2 hrs creditThis course expands the development of graphic design skills toinclude three-dimensional forms.Advanced design and layoutprojects in package design and point-of-purchase displays areexplored.GC 298INDEPENDENT VISUAL STUDYPrerequisite: GC 1511 lecture, 4 lab hrs per week: 3 hrs creditThis course is an investigation of independent visual problemsas they relate to student-generated projects which requireadvanced research and development.GC 299INTERNSHIP/SEMINARPrerequisite: Minimum 12 credit hrs in ART, GC1 lecture, 15 lab hrs per week: 4 hrs credit (variable credit)This internship and seminar provides an opportunity for studentsto earn credit while working in a graphic design relatedarea. Formalized student-employer agreements identify objectives,work plan and guidelines for evaluation.HEALTHDEGREES, CERTIFICATES, COURSESCOURSE DESCRIPTIONSHLTH 100ORIENTATION TO HEALTH CAREERSPrerequisite: None3 lectures per week: 3 hrs creditStudents will learn about health care systems and the varioushealth care careers available as well as qualities needed to be ahealth care worker. Medical terminology, anatomy and physiology,health promotion and disease prevention will be stressed.HLTH 101HEALTH AND WELLNESSPrerequisite: None2 lectures per week: 2 hrs creditThis course offers a study of the physical and mental workingsof the body in sickness and in health. It provides information ontopics related to mental and physical health such as holistichealth, stress management, fitness, nutrition, lifestyle choices,diseases and related issues.HLTH 102WORKPLACE ISSUES FOR ALLIED HEALTHPrerequisite: None1 lecture per week: 1 hr creditWorkplace issues in Allied Health are examined. Emphasis is oncommunication, stress management, negotiating within organizationalstructures, power and dealing with life/death situations.DEGREES,CERTIFICATES,COURSES135
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