Digital Media Design
DMD 1013 – Creativity and Design
This course combines theory and problem-solving assignments to introduce students to the main concepts of creativity and design. Throughout this course students will exam the principles of design and critical thinking skills that lead to creative solutions. Within this collaborative learning environment students will complete hands on activities that stimulate innovation and promote life long learning.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
DMD 1053 – Electronic Publishing: Indesign I
Students will demonstrate proficiency in using the Macintosh computer in the production of various types of printed material. in addition, they will demonstrate skills in specifying typography, importing photos and artwork into documents, the application of design principles, and preparing documents for the commercial printing process.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
DMD 1153 – Digital Photography
The student will demonstrate proficiency in using digital cameras and will produce color and black and white images which demonstrate a knowledge of basic principles of composition. Students will also demonstrate the ability to use the software program Adobe Photoshop to enhance, retouch, resize, format and store their digital images for use in printing and on the web.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
DMD 1183 – Computer Drawing: Illustrator
Students will demonstrate knowledge of vector illustration techniques using Adobe Illustrator software. Students will also create and edit graphic objects and type, select various menu commands, and use keyboard shortcuts.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
DMD 2153 – Digital Photography II
The student will demonstrate knowledge of DSLR camera operations, exposure, exposure controls, lenses, depth of field, shutter speeds, existing lighting, and basic lighting techniques using studio lighting and electronic flash. Student proficiency will be indicated by successful completion of projects and the development of a one-person exhibit or portfolio.
Prerequisites: DMD 1153
Credits: 3
DMD 2163 – Photojournalism
The student will demonstrate the skills used in publication photography. These skills include knowledge of equipment, special lighting, compositional techniques, and publication requirements used in photographing news events and photo essays. Student proficiency will be indicated by successful completion of projects and the development of a one-person exhibit or portfolio.
Prerequisites: DMD 2153
Credits: 3
DMD 2253 – Advertising Photography
The student will demonstrate the skills used in catalog and advertising photography. These skills include knowledge of equipment, special lighting, and compositional techniques used in the studio and on location. Student proficiency will be indicated by successful completion of projects and the development of a one-person exhibit or portfolio.
Prerequisites: DMD 2153
Credits: 3
DMD 2363 – Portrait Photography
The student will demonstrate the skills required to photograph people in the studio and on location. These skills include knowledge of equipment, special lighting, and posing techniques. Student proficiency will be indicated by successful completion of projects and the development of a one-person exhibit or portfolio.
Prerequisites: DMD 2153
Credits: 3
DMD 2773 – Image Editing: Photoshop I
The student will demonstrate knowledge of the tools and functions of Photoshop software program. The student will complete projects which indicate an understanding of image retouching and manipulation, color correction, image sharpening, RGB color, CYMK color, separations, channels, paths, and filters.
Prerequisites: ENGL 0203, adequate placement score, or by meeting determined placement measures
Credits: 3
DMD 2783 – Image Editing: Photoshop II
The student will demonstrate knowledge of more advanced functions of the Photoshop software program. Student proficiency will be demonstrated by successfully completing projects which require skills in advanced techniques in selection, layering, color correction, and image manipulation.
Prerequisites: DMD 2773
Credits: 3
DMD 2803 – Portfolio Preparation and Presentation
The student will prepare a professional portfolio for presentation and evaluation. The portfolio will include a resume, matted projects and other pieces that demonstrate the student’s ability to apply skills and techniques acquired in the program.
Prerequisites: DMD 1013; DMD 1053; DMD 1183; AND DMD 2783
Credits: 3
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