Open critique and comparison to professional example form the basis of assessment criteria. The student will explore and demonstrate effective oral and written communication techniques for the job search campaign and a career. Students will be actively involved in the job search by developing resumes, composing messages related to employment, and preparing for and practicing an interview. Students will also learn to form clear, concise messages for professional and personal correspondence, and conduct a successful business meeting. Using classroom lectures, textbook, outside reading, videos, and group exercises as guidelines, the student can give uniqueness and accuracy to the business communications.
Evaluation is based on class participation, assigned projects, and three written exams.
This course uses lecture and demonstration to explore package design. The student will learn the basic techniques of package structure as well as original design development and forms of presentation. Computer skills will be utilized. Student design work is assessed by the instructor through critique. In the advanced computer graphics laboratory, the student will combine a knowledge of computer generated graphics with advanced desktop publishing programs and equipment to produce brochures and various advertising materials.