CGA2013 DESIGN SOFTWARE
3 Credit Hours
Student Level:
This course is open to students on the college level in either freshman or sophomore year.
Catalog Description:
CGA2013 - Design Software (3 hrs.)
This course serves as an introduction to graphic design software. It offers a hands-on approach to the fundamental concepts and terminology for creating and editing graphics in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign.
Course Classification:
Lecture
Prerequisites:
Basic computer skills and keyboarding ability.
Controlling Purpose:
This course is designed to introduce art and graphic design majors as well as the general student to the basic software used in computer graphics: Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign.
Learner Outcomes:
Upon completion of the course, the student will:
1. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic skills to manipulate photos using digital imaging software.
2. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic skills to create digital illustrations in computer illustration software.
3. Demonstrate knowledge of the basic skills to create page layouts in page layout software.
4. Utilize industry terminology related to graphic design software and production.
Unit Outcomes for Criterion Based Evaluation:
The following defines the minimum core content not including the final examination period. Instructors may add other content as time allows.
UNIT 1: IMAGE EDITING
Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the basic skills to manipulate photos using image editing software.
- Navigate the userinterface
- Manipulate images using multiple layers
- Make selections from images using a range of selection tools
- Demonstrate the ability to modify colors in an image using a range of techniques
- Incorporate and modify text using typographic tools
- Create special effects using filters, layer styles, and blending modes
- Present and critique graphics created using digital imaging software
UNIT 2: DIGITAL ILLUSTRATION
Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the basic skills to create digital illustrations in computer illustration software.
- Navigate the user interface
- Draw and compose a vector illustration using basic shapes and lines created with a variety of digital drawing/painting tools and techniques
- Transform vector objects using a range of transformation tools
- Apply and manipulate text in a vector design
- Create and manipulate vector artwork on multiple layers and multiple artboards
Present and critique graphics created using computer illustration software
UNIT 3: PAGE LAYOUT
Outcomes: Upon completion of this unit, the students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of the basic skills to create page layouts in page layout software.
- Navigate the userinterface
- Set up single and multi-page documents for digital and print production
- Create and manipulate text using text frames, threaded text, styles, and lists
- Place and manipulate images using frames, “Fitting” options, and the links panel
- Create and manipulate simple vector artwork using basic shapes and drawing tools
- Present and critique graphics created using page layout software
Projects Required:
The course will include capstone projects that will demonstrate competency for each piece of graphics software. For an updated description of these three projects, refer to the course syllabus.
Textbook:
Contact Bookstore for current textbook.
Materials/Equipment Required:
- Access to Adobe Creative Cloud software (face to face sections of the class will use software already installed in the graphic design computer lab)
- A method to save and back-up work such as a flash drive, external hard drive, or access to an online cloud storage service
- A sketchbook and drawing implements, including pencils, black pens, markers, colored pencils, etc.
A specific list of supplies can be found in the course syllabus.
Attendance Policy:
Students should adhere to the attendance policy outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Grading Policy:
The grading policy will be outlined by the instructor in the course syllabus.
Maximum class size:
Based on classroom occupancy
Course Timeframe:
The U.S. Department of Education, Higher Learning Commission, and the Kansas Board of Regents define credit hour and have specific regulations that the college must follow when developing, teaching, and assessing the educational aspects of the college. A credit hour is an amount of work represented in intended learning outcomes and verified by evidence of student achievement that is an institutionally-established equivalency that reasonably approximates not less than one hour of classroom or direct faculty instruction and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class student work for approximately fifteen weeks for one semester hour of credit or an equivalent amount of work over a different amount of time. The number of semester hours of credit allowed for each distance education or blended hybrid courses shall be assigned by the college based on the amount of time needed to achieve the same course outcomes in a purely face-to-face format.
Refer to the following policies:
402.00 Academic Code of Conduct
263.00 Student Appeal of Course Grades
403.00 Student Code of Conduct
Disability Services Program:
Cowley College, in recognition of state and federal laws, will accommodate a student with a documented disability. If a student has a disability, which may impact work in this class which requires accommodations, contact the Disability Services Coordinator.
DISCLAIMER: THIS INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. FOR THE OFFICIAL COURSE PROCEDURE CONTACT ACADEMIC AFFAIRS.
Rev. 10/6/2022
|
