Fundamentals of magazine design and production. Students develop understanding of basic elements of publication design and critical skills through analysis of various design problems. Computer Workshop or demonstrated proficiency on the Macintosh computer with QuarkXPress. Information Design 3 sem. Fundamentals of information design on the Macintosh computer using programs such as Adobe Illustrator, Aldus Freehand and Delta- Graph Professional.
Emphasis is on organization and effective presentation of information in a visual form.
Principles of digital imaging using Adobe Photoshop. Computer Workshop or demonstrated proficiency on the Macintosh computer with QuarkXPress. Mass Media and the American Family 3 sem. The impact of the mass media on family communication patterns, familial value structures, development of children, and orientation to news and news media. Examination of news, advertising, and entertainment content from educational, cultural, and economic perspectives.