Graphic Design: Print Media
Typography 1 (GRPH 1101)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2
Lab Credits:
1
Description:
This course covers the history, structure and principles of typography, as well as special considerations of designing with type. You will work with the traditional elements of typography: form, spacing, layout, color, mixing fonts and the integration of type with images.
Prerequisites:
Placement into
READ 1300 or completion of
READ 0200 or
ESOL 0052
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Layout and Design: The New Basics (GRPH 1120)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course serves as a foundation to design by exploring basic design theory, vocabulary, principles, practices and creative problem-solving. You will learn design fundamentals both traditional and digital media, images, and relationship between typography and other visual elements while developing layouts for the new media environment.
Prerequisites:
Placement score into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052. It is Strongly recommended that students either place into MATH 0070 or successfully complete MATH 0060.
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Introduction to Graphics Software (GRPH 1130)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course introduces the multiple elements and techniques of using the computer and basic software applications used in the graphic design industry. You will work with an individual workstation, tutorial software, and word processing and graphics software to enter text and create graphics. Emphasis is on typesetting concepts, proofreading and working within prescribed sets of design specifications.
Prerequisites:
Placement score into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052. Keyboarding (25 WPM) experience required, or COML 1100.
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Color Theory (GRPH 1140)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2
Lab Credits:
1
Description:
Using lecture, demonstration and studio work, this course introduces color theory, its application, and reproduction. You will learn about the psychophysical, cultural, and perceptional parameters of color, and you will explore the theory and history of a variety of color systems. You will develop the ability to use and manage color effectively in creative applications by studying correct scientific and artistic theories related to color, organization, perception, reproduction and interaction.
Prerequisites:
Placement into
READ 1300 or completion of
READ 0200 or
ESOL 0052
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History of Graphic Design (GRPH 1540)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
3.00
Lab Credits:
0.00
Description:
This course explores graphic design through the ages, identifying important design elements, movements, innovators and applications, as well as the impact of graphic design on life and culture from signage to publishing to packaging.
Prerequisites:
Placement score into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052.
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Print Production 1 (GRPH 1560)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course covers the basic materials, methods, and mechanical processes necessary to the production of print-ready publications and other print media. You will learn the language of print production, be introduced to the studio skills/equipment, work with a computer/laser printer/scanner, and produce one/two-color projects. You will learn the fundamentals of paper specifying, print buying, proofing and meeting and managing production deadlines.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 1101, GRPH 1130, GRPH 1140.
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Adobe Illustrator (GRPH 1570)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course covers the basics of Adobe Illustrator, a vector-based drawing program used to produce logos and artwork for printed publications, multimedia, and Web graphics. Topics covered include: creating basic shapes, working with points and lines, using transformation tools, blending elements, tracing templates, creating masks, using filters, customizing colors, and creating and formatting text.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 1130 or PHDI 1020 or instructor approval.
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Adobe InDesign (GRPH 1585)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course is an introduction to Adobe InDesign page layout software, used to create professional quality single and multiple-page documents that are designed for printing, web publication, and other electronic delivery systems. You will learn the fundamentals of style sheets, master pages, importing and manipulating text and images, typographic controls, color management, preflighting and output options as applied to practical projects for commercial printing and the web.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 1130 or instructor approval.
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Typography 2 (GRPH 2101)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2
Lab Credits:
1
Description:
This course provides specific experiences that focus on the technical and aesthetic issues of typographic form in communication design. Emphasis is on the inventive use of type and typography throughout the whole creative process, from concept to application. You will merge traditional typographical aesthetics with current electronic technologies, developing typographical solutions for print, digital, and corporate identity assignments.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 1101 and
GRPH 1120 or Instructor Approval
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Adobe Photoshop (GRPH 2110)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course provides a practical understanding of the knowledge and skills required of digital content creators to use Photoshop in today's digital design studio. Computer lab assignments and lectures will provide diversified experiences. Various interdisciplinary aspects will be explored.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 1130 or PHDI 1020.
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Graphic Design Problems 1 (GRPH 2130)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course involves concepting and executing marketable print solutions for advertising and publishing needs. You will develop original concepts and navigate between software, as necessary to produce portfolio-quality digital outputs.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 1120, GRPH 1540, GRPH 1560, GRPH 1585, GRPH 2110;or instructor approval.
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Graphic Design Internship (GRPH 2145)
Total Credits:
3
Internship/Practicum Credits:
3.00
Description:
The graphic design internship is an opportunity for you to obtain supervised work experience that provides an important learning practical knowledge, as well as a useful link to the job market. You will obtain an internship site that supports your special area of interest and provides opportunities to interact with design professionals in a creative working environment. The internship requires 120 hours of residency at a design studio, advertising agency or related organization approved by the internship coordinator.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 1585 or instructor approval.
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Adobe Photoshop: Advanced (GRPH 2233)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course builds on the skills learned in Adobe Photoshop (
GRPH 2110) and concentrates on a deeper understanding and a creative use of the software through a variety of advanced techniques. You will demonstrate insights into complex digital image manipulation and adjustments within the context of creating original images.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 2110 or instructor approval; or for PHDI majors only, PHDI 1020 instead of GRPH 1130.
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Graphic Design Problems 2 (GRPH 2530)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
In this course, you will learn the effect of rendering digitally in natural media, image editing and animation. This course is a continuation of Graphic Design Problems 1, providing more challenging projects in advertising design and publishing markets. Working within industry standards and practices, you will produce portfolio-quality digital output of their solutions.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 1570, GRPH 2130; or instructor approval.
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Career Planning and Professional Practices (GRPH 2540)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course prepares you for a smooth transition into the design industry, covering such topics as identifying markets, customizing interview portfolios, networking, writing professional correspondence, creating résumés and interviewing. You will learn about industry standards practices and ethical guidelines, and you will design and produce individualized professional-identity systems, Web sites, and marketing materials. You will learn the necessary tools and skills to be in charge of a job search and lifelong planning. You will gain job-seeking skills through personal workbooks, informational interviews, readings, discussions, presentations and lectures. This course will give you an opportunity to prepare professional materials and skills in a supportive, cooperative and enthusiastic learning environment.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 2130 or WEBI 2023 or instructor approval.
Co-requisites:
GRPH 2550.
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Portfolio Prep/Exhibit (GRPH 2550)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
2.00
Lab Credits:
1.00
Description:
This course covers the skills of refining and adapting artwork for cohesiveness and inclusion in a professional portfolio. You will demonstrate advanced creative and production skills as related to your individualized course project in order to produce a professional design portfolio and capstone show. You will collaboratively implement and participate in the planning, organization and execution of a program-wide exhibit and final program portfolio website.
Prerequisites:
GRPH 2130 or WEBI 2023 or instructor approval.
Co-requisites:
GRPH 2540.
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Freelance Business for the Creative Professional (GRPH 2622)
Total Credits:
3
Lecture Credits:
3.00
Lab Credits:
0.00
Description:
This course introduces the student to small business practices required for operating a successful freelance business. The topics can be utilized by anyone seeking to build a freelance business in apparel design, graphic and web design, photography, freelance writing, videography, or any other creative endeavor. The student will develop a complete business plan essential to any startup business. Topics include: sales strategies, practical business concepts, accounting, personal finances, business communications, and issues of copyright. Relevant social media and social networking are researched and analyzed as a part of the overall promotional and advertising strategy.
Prerequisites:
Placement score into READ 1300 or completion of READ 0200 or ESOL 0052. or instructor approval.
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