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  7. This course offers a continuing study in the concepts of design. Students will demonstrate competency in the elements that form the basis of two dimensional art work such as line, shape, mass, texture, space, color, and value. These skills will be used as a tool for analyzing and designing spatial relationships, leading to a stronger sense of visualization and communication of three-dimensional forms.

    CGD 1000 Intro Adobe Photoshop
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     
    This course is designed to help the graphic designer achieve basic knowledge and skills in Adobe Photoshop. The course emphasis is on photographic effects and techniques. These skills will be used as a tool for analyzing and designing various design methods.
     
    FA 1010 Basic Drawing
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    Introduction to the fundamentals of drawing, this course equips the student with a variety of basic skills, approaches and concepts explored through a comprehensive range of media. Orthographic views and perspective are explored.

     
    HU 1100 Intro to Computers
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course introduces students to the appropriate operating system, computer functions and program layout which relate to students field of study.

     
    GE 1100 Freshman Composition
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    Fundamental composition course. Students are required to study essays, narrative, editorial. Students will learn essential writing skills in regards to term papers and essays which will improve their overall writing ability.

     
    FA 1020 Figure Drawing I
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    In this studio-based course, drawing from live models, students will develop an understanding of gesture, movement, form, volume, and light. Emphasis is placed on the utilization of an economy of line to convey the
    structures of the figure. Prerequisite: Basic Drawing (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    CGD 1010 Basic Graphic Design
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course unites studio work with classroom, addressing the basic elements of design theory. Students use imaginative thinking to solve communication problems. Classroom instruction and visual media provide an extensive introduction to least a 2.0 in course)

     
    CGD 1020 Intro to Photography
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    Introduction to the fundamentals of black and white photography, course emphasis is on understanding photography as a tool for visual expression.

     
    GE 1110 College Writing
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    The course will build on previously learned elements of writing; essays, narrative, editorial. Students advance their writing skills in regards to narratives, term papers and essays allowing their writing ability to become more proficient. Prerequisite Freshman Composition (must have at leasta 2.0 in course)

     
    GE 1120 Expressive Theatre
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    From mime to dialogue, students will learn the various processes of acting for the stage with an emphasis on the study of movement.

     
    CGD 2000 Illustration
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course acts as an introduction to industry-used software Quark Xpress. Students will explore various design techniques and develop individual skills in this area.

     
    CGD 2010 Typography I
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    All areas of typography are addressed emphasizing original thought, along with set techniques and media. The course explores the history of type and the
    technical and aesthetic use of display and text type.

     
    CGD 2020 Desktop Publishing
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course is designed to help students gain skills for use in other courses and to assist them in the contemporary marketplace. Topics include word processing, varied graphic programs, illustrative techniques, and page layout. Prerequisite: Intro Adobe Photoshop, Basic Graphic Design (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    GE 2000 Algebra
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    Course focus is on problem solving and mathematical applications with linear and quadratic functions, numerical systems, complex and rational numbers, matrices, and exponential-logarithmic functions.

     
    GE 1130 Western Art
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    In this survey of creative expression from prehistoric time to the 15th century, students explore masterpieces of Western Europe.

     
     
    BFA Year 2
    CGD 2030 Graphic Design I
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course is designed to help students gain skills for use in other courses and to assist them in the contemporary marketplace. Topics include word processing, varied graphic programs, illustrative techniques, and page layout. Prerequisite: Intro Adobe Photoshop, Basic Graphic Design (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    CGD 2040 Corporate Marketing and Design
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course involves designing a corporate logo that is then implemented in marketing packaging, architecture, stationery, advertising, forms and miscellaneous projects.
    Prerequisite: Graphic Design I, Desktop Publishing (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    ARH 2000 Computer Art History
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    Explores the history of computer art and modern issues in computer art. Topics explored will include the origin of computer art and today™s movements in computer generated art.

     
    CGD 2050 Graphic Design II
    6 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    In this course, students study market-related design issues. Included is a focus on establishing effective design methods and reinforcing previous graphic design knowledge and skills. Students are required to exhibit competent project management proficiency. In
    this course, students develop creative approaches for problem solving and investigative techniques. Prerequisite: Graphic Design I, Desktop Publishing, Typography I (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    CGD 2060 The Business of Graphic Design
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    A lecture course with presentations, actual studio work, and research, this course provides a comprehensive study of the business of graphic design. Real-world Graphic Design data is explored, including estimates, pricing, invoices, client relations and how to carry out business in a professional manner. Prerequisite: Corporate Marketing and Design (must
    have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    CGD 2070 Web Page Design
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    Through lecture and studio work students gaintraining on how to effectively implement graphic design elements with Web page design. Students are exposed to new software for functioning with designs, linking sites, and overall site management for the web. Prerequisite: Graphic Design I, Desktop Publishing, Typography I (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    GE 2010 Geometry
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course provides a study of mathematical relationships and measurements of line, points, angles, surfaces, and solids.

     
    CGD 3000 Multimedia Design
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    Course focus is on preparing the graphic designer to utilize effective graphic design interfaces for the electronic media. The objective of the course is to create an interactive CD-ROM from beginning to end. Prerequisite: Graphic Design II, Web Page Design (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    CGD 3010 Digital Production
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    Through lectures, presentations, field trips and work, this course focuses on technical proficiency and the business components of production. Students produce projects from comprehensives to print-ready mechanicals. Prerequisite: Graphic Design II, Web Page Design (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    CGD 3020 Package Design
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course concentrates on the production of package design from concept to implement-ation, exploring 3-D form and designing containers for a variety of products. Students will be required to manufacture a 3-D mock-up. Prerequisite: Graphic Design II (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    GE 1140 Basic Physics 101
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    The fundamental laws and phenomena of procedure, fluids, heat, motion, and sound. Stressing a complete understanding of the physical theory. Prerequisite: Algebra (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
     
    BFA Year 3
    CGD 3030 Graphic Design III
    6 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course merges prior knowledge and skills, and sets the stage for independent design projects. The course requires students to research and analyze all components of the design process. Prerequisite: Graphic Design II (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    CGD 3040 Alternative Design Approaches
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course focuses on innovative solutions to unique graphic design problems. Atypical design problems are examined, encouraging creative thinking and unique demonstration of graphic design concepts and final projects.

     
    GE 2030 General Psychology
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    The course emphasis is a basic overview of the causes and processes of human behavior with a focus on individual differences, perception, learning, and personality structure. Students develop a basic knowledge of psychological behavior and termi- nology.

     
    GE 2040 Comparative Religion
    3 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    Course focus is on various religions' traditions and their current meaning compared to their origins. Students gain an understanding of a variety of religious beliefs and how they affect society.

     
    CGD 4000 Senior Seminar: Graphic Design
    6 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    The course will concentrate on a comprehensive examination of previous semester's work to create and achieve final senior projects. In addition the class will perform critiques of student works and works-in-progress. Prerequisite: Graphic Design I, Graphic Design II,
    Graphic Design III (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

     
    CGD 4010 Graphic Design Portfolio
    4 credits
     
    Course Description & General Education Goals
     

    This course combines lectures with studio work to create a career ready portfolio. The students' career portfolio is the major focus by examining student studio work and critiques; existing projects are polished and any new material is added. All projects are required to meet professional standards stressing the highest quality. Prerequisite: Graphic Design I, Graphic Design II, Graphic Design III (must have at least a 2.0 in course)

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