The courses vary somewhat and instruction may include board and computer drafting, computer graphics, computer animation, multimedia production and web page design. Equipment includes IBM or Macintosh computers, a variety of current software, digital cameras, scanners and printers. Depending on course requirements, hours for completion can range from 180 to 360 hours. Computer 3-D Design and animation courses are offered by Grossmont UHSD and Poway USD . These courses offer entry-level and intermediate training in computer graphics and design for printing, advertising and commercial art.
Some courses offer advanced training or specialty areas such as animation.
Many classes are continuous and self-paced so that you can train at your own level. To enroll, you will find keyboarding skills are desirable. Also helpful are creativity with words and design, or previous computer application experience such as word processing. Advanced courses may require that you have completed a beginner's class. You will learn basic computer operations, terminology, the use of peripherals and file management.