This course covers theories and practices in the field of computer design. Emphasis is placed on use of typography, color palettes, and layers. Upon completion, students should be able to creatively produce designs and use appropriate industry-standard software.
- Teacher: Zachary Freeman
This course covers the creative editing of images using industry standard software. Topics include digital techniques of masking, layering, applying generative content, and non-destructive editing. Upon completion, students should be able to edit and build digital images which accomplish design objectives.
- Teacher: Zachary Freeman
This course covers the organization and presentation of a design portfolio and appropriate related materials. Emphasis is placed on development and evaluation of the portfolio, resume and self-promotional materials, and interview techniques. Upon completion, students should be able to prepare and professionally present a portfolio and related self-promotional materials.
- Teacher: Morgan Mistretta
This course introduces the history and mechanics of type and its application to layout and design. Topics include typographic fundamentals, anatomy, measurements, composition, identification, and terminology. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate proficiency in design application, analysis, specification, and creation of typographic elements.
- Teacher: Zachary Freeman
This course introduces basic camera operations, roll film processing, and photographic print production. Topics include contrast, depth-of-field, subject composition, enlarger operation, and density control. Upon completion, students should be able to produce photographic prints with acceptable density values and quality.
- Teacher: Morgan Mistretta
This course is designed to be a continuation of GRD 131. Emphasis is placed on intermediate techniques and methods to create design solutions. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate increased proficiency in creating illustrations from conceptualization through finished artwork.
- Teacher: Gary White
This course introduces the application of rendering techniques to create illustrations in traditional and/or digital media. Emphasis is placed on appropriate media selection and using various techniques and methods to solve design problems. Upon completion, students should be able to produce illustrations from conception through finished artwork.
- Teacher: Gary White
This course introduces basic camera operations, roll film processing, and photographic print production. Topics include contrast, depth-of-field, subject composition, enlarger operation, and density control. Upon completion, students should be able to produce photographic prints with acceptable density values and quality.
- Teacher: Morgan Mistretta