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3.00 Credits
CommunicationThis hands-on course provides an overview of graphic design for those considering a career in a related field. Through lectures, readings, demonstrations, class discussions, critiques, exercises, and creative projects, students learn the basics of visual-language and creative-thinking techniques in order to create effective visual communication. They work through the design process and learn how to incorporate communication and basic marketing principles into their problem-solving activities. Students explore color, layout, typography, and imagery as they create graphics, brochures, and newsletters. In this project-based course, the students incorporate the concepts taught and demonstrated into their own work. Students sketch possible design solutions by hand and finalize their work on the computer using Photoshop and a page-layout program. Three class hours plus one studio/lab hour per week. 3 credits Fall, Spring
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3.00 Credits
GraphicsFrom TV ads and Flash-based narratives on the Web to the opening credits of movies and TV shows, motion graphics have become an integral part of our day-to-day visual experience. Students in this course explore ways of animating static images and text, as well as compositing digitized elements. They create motion graphics projects using a combination of Adobe After Effects with other video, image, and audio manipulation software. Prerequisite: ART 39 or permission of the instructor or program coordinator. Recommended: ART 43 or ART 47. Three lecture hours and three laboratory hours per week. As a Distance Learning Hybrid course, three in-class hours and three hours via the Web per week. Instructional Support Fee applies3 credits Spring
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1.00 Credits
PhotographyStudents in this course learn the fundamentals of the art and craft of making digital images. This hands-on course allows students to explore the basics of photography, including composition and lighting, while developing skills in pixel-based photographic design and processing. It introduces students to the use of the digital camera, scanner, and Adobe Photoshop to create and manipulate images. Students learn how to evaluate images for effectiveness in terms of aesthetics and communication goals: i.e., what makes a good photo? The course also aids students in understanding the role digital photography can play in areas such as illustration, documentation, graphic design, Web design, and fine arts. One lecture hour and one laboratory hour per week. Instructional Support Fee applies1 credit Fall, Spring, Summer
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4.00 Credits
4 credits Terms offered: Fall, Spring, Summer A descriptive, visual introduction to astronomy as a scientific discipline. A brief survey of the history of astronomy, the nature of the solar system, stars, galaxies, and other components of the universe is included. Other important aspects of the course include scheduled observing sessions, discussions of recent discoveries in astronomy, and laboratory exercises that reinforce concepts covered. The planetarium and other visual aides are used extensively. Three class hours and two laboratory hours per week. A few meetings will be scheduled at night for observing with the College’s telescope. Prerequisite: None Fees: Instructional Support Fee applies.
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3.00 Credits
IIA descriptive, visual introduction to astronomy as a scientific discipline that is designed to follow up on material presented in AST 11. The course has more of a mathematical character than AST 11. A brief review of the solar system and its place in the universe will be followed by detailed discussions of the Sun, the nature of stars, the life cycle of stars, galaxies and other structural features of the universe. Current views on cosmology will be covered as well. Other important aspects of the course include scheduled observing session, discussion of recent discoveries in astronomy, and laboratory exercises that reinforce concepts covered. The planetarium and other visual aids are used extensively. Prerequisites: AST 11 and MTH in (or High School Algebra I) with a grade of "C" or better. Three class hours and two laboratory hours weekly in a combined lecture/laboratory setting. A few meetings will be scheduled at night for observing with th e College? ? telesco pe.Instructional Support Fee applies4 credits Sprin
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TechnologyThis course will introduce students to the basic technical principles that are applicable to commercial aquaculture systems. Topics include water quality, site selection, open and closed systems, pumps, fluid flow control and measurement, ecological and biological factors. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to read system schematics and have a good understanding of complete aquaculture operations. Prerequisites: SCI 30, SCI 31, and MTH 08. Three class hours a week. 3 credits Not offered every year
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3.00 Credits
ReproductionA one semester, combined lecture-discussion course on various aspects of human reproduction. Topics include: human anatomy and physiology, childbirth, fertility, fertility control, fertility impairment, birth control, V.D., sexually transmissible diseases, and pregnancy termination. Extensive use will be made of films and other A.V. materials as they relate to the above topic. Three class hours a week. 3 credits Spring
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3.00 Credits
IDesigned for non-science majors. Science and health science majors should take BIO 21. An introductory survey of biological principles and topics representing a range of levels of organization including general background chemistry, cell biology, genetics, evolution and ecology. Prerequisite: One year of laboratory science in high school or one semester of college laboratory science. Not available for credit to students with a "C" or better in BIO 21. Three class hours and two laboratory hours a wee k.Instructional Support Fee applies4 credits Fall, Spring, Summer
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3.00 Credits
IIA comparative study of life functions (gas exchange, excretion, reproduction, circulation, etc.) of various organisms with emphasis on the human. Laboratory includes dissections and study of physiological processes. Prerequisite: BIO 11 or BIO 21. Three class hours and two laboratory hours a week. Instructional Support Fee applies4 credits Spring
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3.00 Credits
PhysiologyA one-semester survey of organs and systems of the human body with regard to basic structure and function. Cells, tissues, chemistry and abnormalities will be considered. Laboratory activities reinforce information discussed in class. Prerequisite: high school chemistry or biology or permission of instructor. Three class hours and two laboratory hours a week. This course does not substitute for BIO 12, 22, or 33/34. Instructional Support Fee applies4 credits Fall, Spring
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