ART 130: Graphic Design Technology I

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Class Program

Art

Graphic Design

Credits

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

090848

Meets Degree Requirements For

Humanities with Performance

Description

An introductory, comprehensive step-by-step instruction and explanation of the 'how' and 'why' behind the industry standard software skills of Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator. Students will be introduced to each feature as they work through information, including projects, reviews and step-by-step tutorials.

Grading Basis

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Course Learning Outcomes

Illustrate a firm understanding of the function of Creative Suite programs.

Demonstrate an understanding of how graphic design software is used to assist the development of creative designs.

Understand design concepts on both technical and artistic levels.

Be able to work with text, photos and illustrations.

Create simple layouts that use basic combinations of vector and bit-mapped art.

Critique their own creative design and give support to others through constructive layout analysis.

Core Topics

Teaches the basic digital skills of using Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
Explores the initial process of applying these basic skills to create polished, professional looking layouts, photographs and illustrations.
Class projects explore the many digital options each application provides for creating professional-quality photographs, illustrations and comprehensive layouts