Art

To develop students´ understanding of conceptual and technological design formats and processes.

• Students accomplish multitasking while working in a graphic design setting.
• Students gain knowledge in advanced communication techniques through group critiques among a diverse peer audience.
• Students demonstrate a command of the design process from research and analysis through to appropriate levels of presentation of the final product.
• Students demonstrate an understanding of a visual problem-solving process.
• Students effectively utilize the elements of visual language including composition, visual priorities, image, and type.
• Students develop appropriate and innovative solutions, working within the dynamics of the target market, with consideration for the project restrictions.
• Students check all fine detail to ensure the professional quality of graphic design projects/products.

To develop students´ understanding of industry professional practice standards and creative standards.

• Students utilize acquired skills necessary to demonstrate technical proficiency in craftsmanship, tool and material use through the development of a professional-level portfolio.
• Students exhibit conceptual components through the organization and construction of sketch development folders included in a professional-level portfolio.
• Students successfully present/discuss professional portfolio and resume to peers and professionals in the industry.
• Students apply knowledge of design principles in the evaluation of one's own work and other designers' development of design solutions.
• Students apply a working knowledge of the characteristics of color systems for both print and electronic media.
• Students apply typographic skills and knowledge to the creation of original designs through application of typographic skills and abilities including selection, readability, legibility, and spacing.
• Students apply a basic knowledge of compositional and navigational principles in executing web design work.
• Students plan, organize, and deliver effective oral presentations.
• Students apply knowledge of new media-at-large, IT, and web/online digital communications.
• Students use time and resource management skills to achieve project goals.

Program provides advanced knowledge of Graphic Design through diverse historical and global perspectives.

• Students exemplify a concentration in historical graphic design study providing them with global resources for inspirational use.
• Students gather and organize information necessary to understand historical and contemporary design theory.

To provide opportunities for students to incorporate traditional and advanced research techniques needed to address global communication needs.

• Students correctly utilize and cite both traditional and electronic (internet) sources for research purposes.
• Students research, use, and manipulate existing images within acceptable ethical and legal guidelines under appropriate
supervision and direction.

To provide training that encourages students to take a responsible role in business, industry and society.

• Students will become members of the MVCC AIGA student chapter.
• Students will research and present topics on contemporary issues in the graphic design profession.
• Students will attend presentations by visiting artists, designers and professional studios/firms and exhibitions, pending funding.
• Students will develop professional contacts with opportunities for graphic design internships.

To prepare graduates to transfer to a four-year institution with full junior status or they are employed in the graphic design industry within 2 years.

• Graduates transfer to a four-year institution with full junior status.
• Graduates that transfer to four-year institutions in Graphic Design maintain a GPA comparable to native students at the institution.
• Graduates are employed in the graphic design industry within 2 years.

To prepare students to demonstrate information literacy.

• Students will use traditional and contemporary information technology.
• Students will identify, access, and appropriately use authoritative sources of information.

This course develops the skills necessary to improve success in college. It covers general College procedures, time management and study skills, and specific student responsibilities. Collaborative projects are included. Corequisites: This course must be taken in the student’s first fifteen hours of study.

This course focuses on self-expressive, informative, and argumentative/persuasive writing. Emphasis is placed on the composition of clear, correct, and effective prose required in a variety of professions and occupations. Prerequisites: The required developmental reading (DS050 Developmental Reading, DS051 Essential Reading & Study Skills, or DS080 Study Reading), or SL115 ESL4: Advanced Reading, and/or writing courses (EN099 Introduction to College English or SL116 ESL4: Advanced Composition) or permission of the instructor or designee.

This course introduces the tools,media, and theory used in drawing for reproduction. It includes the fundamentals of perspective, the theory of light and shade, and a survey of graphic representation. Projects are executed using line, value, form, texture, space, and proportion.

This course introduces the elements and principles of design, including basic composition theory, graphic design methodology, and production and presentation skills. Emphasis is placed on technical proficiency in the handling of tools and materials, and the mastery of a visual language via problem-solving.

This course covers the fundamentals of typesetting and typography. It includes a study of the development of type designs, typesetting methods, type measurement, and page layout. Computers are used to prepare multi-color mechanicals while becoming familiar with one or more software programs appropriate for typesetting and page construction.

This course introduces computer graphics and digital illustration by using desktop computers, video interfacing equipment, desktop scanners, and other devices to generate and output computer graphic images.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course encourages a deeper understanding of human nature and the human condition through the study of ideas and values expressed in imaginative literature and a full-length book of nonfiction. Emphasis is placed on the use and development of critical thinking and language skills. Library-oriented research is required. Prerequisites: EN101 English 1: Composition.

This course covers the application and importance of color to graphic design. Emphasis is placed on the symbolic, aesthetic, and psychological aspects of color. Experimentation and flexibility of approach are stressed, as are two- and three-dimensional applications. Color theory, subtractive color mixing, and additive color mixing are explored. Prerequisites:GC110 Digital Design, or both GC111 Basic Graphic Design and GC141 Digital Illustration.

This course introduces prepress production procedures that include additional typesetting and page layout on the desktop computer, the reproduction of line and continuous tone copy, image assembly, and contact and chromacheck proofing. Prerequisite:GC121 Digital Typography.

This course introduces photography and the photograph as a medium of the graphic communicator. It covers photographic principles and procedures, including how to operate a 35mm adjustable camera, develop black-and-white film,make contact prints, and enlargements.The aesthetics of the photograph, and its use as a medium of graphic communications, is emphasized.

This course introduces digital imaging technologies impacting graphic communication. It explores the potential of imaging software, scanners, dye sublimation printers, and other technologies. The use of digital media and the creation of computer-based imagery is emphasized. It is balanced between aesthetic potential and technological mastery. It covers input image and text, and how to combine and manipulate those visual elements.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course explores visual problem-solving as it relates to publication design.Design principles are tested by applying them to magazine cover design, brochure design, and annual reports. Experimentation in several areas of publication design is encouraged. Prerequisites:GC121 Digital Typography; and GC142 Digital Imaging or PT207 Digital Photography.

This course introduces the generation of three-dimensional and multi-dimensional form.The requirements of product design, exhibit systems, signage, package design, industrial design, and multimedia are discussed.The use of linear, planar, and volumentric form is explored. Prerequisite:GC125 Color and Design.

This course explores design concepts for theWorldWideWeb (WWW) while developing expertise in web-based typography, image file formats and sizes, hexidecimal color, frames, cascading style sheets, tables, and site interactivity. Emphasis is placed on the understanding of browser constraints, hypertext markup language (HTML), site planning, and site structure. Prerequisites: GC110 Digital Design or both GC141 Digital Illustration and GC142 Digital Imaging. PT207 Digital Photography may be substituted for GC142 Digital Imaging.

This course is a survey of mathematics for students in those programs that do not require a mathematics sequence. It provides an appreciation of mathematical ideas in historical and modern settings. Topics include problem solving, logic, geometry, statistics, and consumer mathematics. Prerequisite: An appropriate placement test result or MA045 Basic Math Skills or MA050 Introductory Mathematics.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.

This course introduces creative applications of typography, building upon vocabulary by mastering a series of visual problems typographically. Historic and contemporary applications are demonstrated. Traditional and digital media are used in executing graphic solutions. Prerequisites:GC125 Color and Design, and GC121 Digital Typography.

This course prepares for entry into graphic design as a practicing professional. Emphasis is placed on the preparation of resumes and portfolios for professional presentation. It augments the ability to solve advanced graphic design problems in corporate identity. Prerequisites: GC125 Color and Design, GC213 Graphic Design for theWorld Wide Web, GC215 Publication Design.

A wide variety of credit courses including but not limited to swimming, fitness center, badminton, tennis, golf, bowling and aerobic dance.