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Graphic & Digital Communication Curriculum
Course Descriptions
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Graphic Design & Communications I
Learners create, design, and develop visual projects to communicate a message and to gain an understanding of the foundations of graphic design. Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop are used to design projects such as: screen-printed T-shirts, sublimation printed materials, sand-blasted products, vinyl decals, poster design, product labels, postcards, brochures, etc. This is a hands-on, project-based learning environment designed to develop career, technical and creative skills.
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Graphic Design & Communications II
Graphic Communications II provides advanced instruction in typographical layouts, designs, and communication skills. Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign are used to design projects such as: screen-printed T-shirts, sublimation printed materials, sand-blasted products, vinyl decals, poster design, product labels, brochures, etc. This is a hands-on, project-based learning environment designed to develop career, technical and creative skills. Emphasis on applied technical skills, employability skills, teamwork and leadership.
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Photography & Digital Media I
Computers with related technologies, camcorders, digital photography equipment, digital music creation software, and other emerging communication equipment will be used in this class. These technologies are demonstrated, practiced, and applied to sample projects such as photographs, digital music, videos, and animations. Most activities are completed in small group settings in a modular rotation system. Benefits to learners taking this class would include the opportunity to learn and practice new and exciting technologies in the electronic and print media fields.
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Photography & Digital Media II
Take photography to the next level! This course takes the skills and knowledge of Photography and Digital Media I and applies them to more complex projects and advanced concepts such as event photography, matting and framing, studio lighting and aerial photography.