| Introduction to Graphics and Design |
48.5610091
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This course provides team members with an
introduction to the principles of graphic communications and design
and its place in the world. This course will help team members to
use computers effectively in their lives, thus providing a
foundation for successfully integrating their own interests and
careers with the resources of a technological society.
In this course, team members can acquire a fundamental
understanding of the graphic communications and design world. They
can learn the theories behind creating aesthetically pleasing
designs and how to work with consumers. Exposure to career
possibilities and discussion of ethical issues relating to graphic
communications and design should also be important threads in this
course. .
Graphic Communications includes the family of market segments
embracing the technologies of printing, publishing, packaging,
electronic imaging, and their allied industries; they are often
referred to as the graphic arts, print, or imaging
industries..
Graphic Design is the process of communicating visually using
typography and images to present information. Graphic design
practice embraces a range of cognitive skills, aesthetics, and
crafts, including typography, visual arts, and page layout. Like
other forms of design, graphic design often refers to both the
process (designing) by which the communication is created and the
products (designs) which are generated.
This is the required
introductory course in this career
pathway.
| Graphic Design & Production |
48.5620092
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This course focuses on the procedures
commonly used in the graphic communication and design industries.
Team members will gain experience in creative problem solving and
the practical implementation of those solutions across multiple
areas of graphic communications. Team members will also understand
and manipulate color to achieve various outcomes required by job
specifications.
Prerequisite:
Introduction to Graphics and Design 48.56100910091.
| Advanced Graphic Design |
48.5280093
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Team members will
continue to explore the principles of design and layout procedures
as they relate to graphic design. Course content will cover
electronic systems and software programs used in graphic design,
page composition, image conversion, and digital printing. Knowledge
and skills in digital design and imaging will be enhanced through
experiences that simulate the graphic design industry and
school-based and work-based learning opportunities. Team members
will also explore and develop the graphic design portfolio and
resume in electronic, print, and photographic form.
Prerequisites:
Introduction to Graphics and Design 48.5610091 and Graphic Design
and Production 48.5620092.
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