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  • 3.00 Credits

    Introduction to graphic design for all media emphasizing design principles, typography and rendering layouts. Production steps for print, Web and multimedia are discussed. Projects are critiqued for aesthetics and production for media. Projects may become elements of a professional portfolio. (formerly VIC 102) Laboratory: 6 hours (course fee required)
  • 4.00 Credits

    The major areas of the graphic arts are studied, including graphic design, page layout, halftones, direct to film/ direct to plate, image assembly, proofing, platemaking, presswork and bindery/finishing. Students apply each of the production processes to a project, from design through bindery/finishing. Recommended for anyone involved with the planning and production of a printed product including designers, customer service, sales and management. Prerequisite: VIC 100 or concurrent enrollment Lecture: 2 hours Laboratory: 4 hours (course fee required)
  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to computer applications for the visual arts in a softwarebased approach to basic image manipulation and creation. Hardware and software are applied to create visual ideas as applied to art and design. Emphasis is placed on creativity. The projects may become elements of a professional portfolio. Recommended for students interested in basic introduction to illustration, paint, photo-manipulation and Macintosh computing techniques. This is a design course, not a production course. Laboratory: 6 hours (course fee required)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Designed to give educators a broad overview of the technologies available for use in classrooms and for educational support. Hardware and software is demonstrated and projects completed by the students meet Illinois Technology Standards for Educators. It is recommended that students taking this course have some experience in Macintosh or PC computers. Lecture: 3 hours IAI: EDU 904
  • 4.00 Credits

    Layout and software concepts used for page layout are applied through course projects. Hands-on training in the Macintosh computer environment using QuarkXPress and Adobe InDesign software will enable the planning and completion of page layout pieces. Recommended for those students interested in basic page layout techniques using professional software. (formerly Introduction to QuarkXPress) Lecture: 2 hours Laboratory: 4 hours (course fee required)
  • 4.00 Credits

    Adobe Illustrator is introduced through a series of illustration-based projects. Emphasis is placed on the application of the tools used for the creativity and production of graphic images consisting of strokes, fills, blends, gradients and filters. Color considerations for illustration specifications, file formats and Macintosh system requirements are discussed. Recommended for students interested in basic illustration techniques using professional software. It is recommended that students taking this course have MAC or PC experience. Lecture: 2 hours Laboratory: 4 hours (course fee required)
  • 4.00 Credits

    Photoshop is covered through a series of image manipulation projects. Students develop skills to work creatively and efficiently in Photoshop. Overview of the tools, design options, menus, palettes, file formats and Macintosh system requirements will be discussed. It is recommended for those students interested in basic image manipulation techniques using professional software. It is recommended that students taking this course have MAC or PC experience. Lecture: 2 hours Laboratory: 4 hours (course fee required)
  • 4.00 Credits

    The hardware and software used to capture photographic images with a hand-held digital camera is covered in this photo-composition course. The students use digital camera equipment of their own or from the lab. The basics of photography and digital image capture are applied. Photographic composition methods, as well as technical photography skills are covered. Students create a portfolio of their work. Recommended for any student who wants to learn more about photography using a digital camera and software. (formerly VIC 110, Digital Photographic Composition) Lecture: 2 hours Laboratory: 4 hours (course fee required)
  • 4.00 Credits

    Digital photographic portrait and product studio applications are covered as students use digital camera equipment, lighting and back drops to create a series of images. Lighting ratios, gray balance, contrast, resolution and production requirements are covered. Students create a digital portfolio of their photographic portrait and product work. (formerly VIC 111) Lecture: 2 hours Laboratory: 4 hours (course fee required)
  • 4.00 Credits

    The hardware and software used to capture photographic images with a digital SLR camera is explored. Advanced photographic composition methods, as well as SLR technical photography skills are covered. Students create a portfolio of their work. Students are expected to have the use of a digital SLR camera. (formerly VIC 113, Advanced Digital Studio Photography) Prerequisite: VIC 162 or VIC 163 Lecture: 2 hours Laboratory: 4 hours (course fee required)
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