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  • GRDSN 102: Design Technology I

    2.00 Credits
    Spokane Community College

    This course is a basic introduction to the technology platform used in the design profession. Emphasis is on the operating system(s), computer operations, file types, format and management. Students learn fundamental software skills necessary to complete projects in GRDSN 103. Content includes operation of page layout, drawing and scanning software applications. Prerequisite: A COMPASS reading assessment score of 80 or above or an ASSET reading score of 40 or above and concurrent enrollment in GRDSN 101, 103, 104, 105 or permission of instructor. (SFCC)
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  • GRDSN 103: Design Projects I

    1.00 Credits
    Spokane Community College

    Students in this course design and produce basic-level design projects. Projects are assigned, assessed at midpoint and critique when finished. The design process, technology and lab time for these projects are delivered in GRDSN 101, 102 and 104. Prerequisite: A COMPASS reading assessment score of 80 or above or an ASSET reading score of 40 or above and concurrent enrollment in GRDSN 101, 102, 104, 105 or permission of instructor. (SFCC)
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  • GRDSN 104: Design Lab I

    2.00 Credits
    Spokane Community College

    In this course, students perform the computer production of projects assigned in GRDSN 103. Focus is on developing and demonstrating self-directed learning strategies. This is a learner-centered, open lab environment in which developing and demonstrating self-directed learning strategies are emphasized. Students are assessed and graded on demonstrating positive work ethic, effective time management, and efficient use of technology. This lab course is facilitated by graphic design faculty. Prerequisite: A COMPASS reading assessment score of 80 or above or an ASSET reading score of 40 or above and concurrent enrollment in GRDSN 101, 102, 103, 105 or permission of instructor. (SFCC)
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  • GRDSN 105: Drawing for Graphic Designers

    2.00 Credits
    Spokane Community College

    This course offers students an introduction to drawing as a graphic designer. Students learn to draw basic forms for thumbnails and roughs that can be applied to other graphic design courses. Techniques and tools for drawing shape, value, plane and volume are explored through gesture, contour and other drawing styles. Composition and drawing type are an integral part of the course. (SFCC)
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  • GRDSN 109: History of Design

    4.00 Credits
    Spokane Community College

    This is a competency-based course that focuses on major design movements as they relate to visual communication. Beginning with the invention of writing and continuing to the present day key ideas, social/political/cultural developments and technologies are examined. Through observations and comparisons the course illustrates the relationships between various design disciplines. This course requires research, writing and presentation of exploring visual communications role in society and popular culture. Prerequisite: A Compass reading assessment score of 80 or above or an ASSETT reading score of 40 or above. (SFCC)
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  • GRDSN 111: Design Process II

    2.00 Credits
    Spokane Community College

    This course expands on the fundamentals of design, visual communication and conceptualization introduced in GRDSN 101. Students demonstrate skills at a higher level of performance. In addition to typography, color and composition, students are engaged in problem-solving and critical thinking activities in order to solve fundamental design problems. Students apply learned skills to the completion of more complex projects in GRDSN 113. Prerequisite: GRDSN 101, 102, 103, 104 and concurrent enrollment in GRDSN 112, 113, 114, 115 or permission of instructor. (SFCC)
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  • GRDSN 112: Design Technology II

    2.00 Credits
    Spokane Community College

    This intermediate-level course focuses on the technology platform used in the design profession. Emphasis is on computer graphics software applications, type formatting and appropriate file construction. Students learn fundamental and intermediate software skills necessary to complete projects in GRDSN 113. In addition to page layout, drawing and software applications, students focus on fundamental photo manipulation and three-dimensional design software. Prerequisite: GRDSN 101, 102, 103, 104 and concurrent enrollment in GRDSN 111, 113, 114, 115 or permission of instructor. (SFCC)
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  • GRDSN 113: Design Projects II

    1.00 Credits
    Spokane Community College

    In this course, students design and produce basic-level design projects with more complexity than in previous projects. Projects are assigned, assessed at midpoint and critiqued when finished. The design process, technology and lab time for these projects are delivered in GRDSN 111, 112 and 114. Prerequisite: GRDSN 101, 102, 103, 104 and concurrent enrollment in GRDSN 111, 112, 114, 115 or permission of instructor. (SFCC)
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  • GRDSN 114: Design Lab II

    2.00 Credits
    Spokane Community College

    Students perform the computer production of projects assigned in GRDSN 113. Focus is on demonstrating a positive productive work ethic in a learner-centered, open lab. Students are assessed and graded on demonstrating self-directed learning, demonstrating effective time management and efficient use of technology. This lab course is facilitated by graphic design faculty. Prerequisite: GRDSN 101, 102, 103, 104 andconcurrent enrollment in GRDSN 111, 112, 113, 115 or permission of instructor. (SFCC)
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  • GRDSN 115: Drawing for Communication

    2.00 Credits
    Spokane Community College

    This course builds on the skills obtained in GRDSN 105. Students expand their knowledge on techniques for illustration, draw in perspective, and learn about the picture plane, theme building and visual analogy. Color and its effect on composition and the target market are explored. Professional hand skills for presentation are included. Prerequisite: GRDSN 105. (SFCC)
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