Courses must be taken in sequence. Three term introductory sequence to the Macintosh as a tool for electronic graphic arts design and production. Computer graphics theory and production issues discussed. Students gain working knowledge of the Macintosh through a variety of design assignments. Working knowledge of the Macintosh continues with solutions to more involved design assignments.
Course is a prerequisite to upper division computer graphics courses.
A three-term, intermediate sequence studio course the explores the application of images, signs and typography to design solutions of visual communication . A variety of assignments will be completed that explore the development of graphic images through many variations of a single idea. Courses must be taken in sequence. Emphasis is on publication and print media design for digital and offset reproduction. Emphais is placed on design, work flow, production and color prepress.