Course Description

Teaches basic studio skills and concepts. Emphasizes concept development and problem solving using traditional art materials and computer techniques. Uses current graphic software applications. Lecture 2 hours. Studio instruction 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.

General Course Purpose

Introduction graphic skill will provide the student with a basic understanding of, and familiarity with equipment, computer technology, materials, and methods for successfully executing problems in future course work.

Course Prerequisites/Co-requisites

No prerequisites are required for this course.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Properly and safely use and care of equipment and supplies
• Select the appropriate software and hardware to execute a particular communication design concept
• Describe and select the appropriate color models for screen-based and print media
• Use correct terminology for communication design
• Discuss ideas in a professional manner
• Apply professional presentation techniques

• Multiple tools and techniques using current design software
• Scanning basics
• Introduction to typography
• Centering and measuring/sizing and scaling
• Color models (CMYK, RGB, and Hexadecimal)
• Presentation techniques such as mounting and matting
• File management as it relates to hardware and software
• Professionalism as applied to critiques and class work