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Course Criteria
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None An introduction to the theory and practice of typographic design. The principles of type are studied focusing on letterforms, point size, kerning, leading, and appropriate type selection. The study and identification of type families and categories will be emphasized. Students will learn the typographic elements and techniques by which they can effectively communicate to a mass audience. Instruction will consist of lecture, class discussion, and projects.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None An introductory course dealing with the elements and principles of design, perception, and spatial organization. Design concepts, materials, media, and graphic design processes are explored using traditional and digital methods.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None An introduction to the depth, volume, and spatial organization as an additive to two-dimensional elements and principles of design. The evolution of form and the dynamics of structure are explored with various materials, techniques, and processes.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None This course will focus on using the Macintosh computer as an Illustrative/Graphic Design tool. Students will create graphics and illustrations using graphic specific software, i.e., Macromedia Freehand and/or Adobe Illustrator. The use of design and illustration is emphasized.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Students will study the fundamentals of preparing text and artwork to be sent to the printer. Traditional and digital methods to produce mechanicals will be explored. Communication with the printer or service bureau will be discussed.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None This course will feature Macromedia Dreamweaver software. Students will learn about creating web pages and then create one for their online portfolios. These pages will be linked to the Labette Community College Graphic Design page for use by the students as a web presence for them as they seek employment.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None This is an introductory course in photo-imaging using the computer, a scanner, a digital camera, and Adobe Photoshop software. Students will learn to create and manipulate photo images and incorporate those images into graphic design. Image quality and the use of photography in the design process will be emphasized.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Learn to use a digital camera (yours or ours) along with scanning, studio lighting, and photo restoration. PhotoShop is your darkroom for resizing, cropping, and formatting for print and for web applications.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None Using QuarkXPress as the platform students will incorporate graphics, scanned images, digital photography and text into advanced design projects. Concept development, design quality, and effectiveness of communication will be emphasized.
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3.00 Credits
Prerequisite: None An advanced course dealing with the relationship of the designer to different audiences. The potential of graphics as a vehicle for communication in signage, editorials, print, packaging, television, radio, and displays. Traditional and electronic media will be utilized to develop concepts specific to a client's needs and/or constraints. Design trends will be explored as pertaining to different graphic materials.
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