Course Catalog Information (24-25)
ARTS 55A
Graphic Design-Visual Communication I
Course Description
This course focuses on the analysis and interpretation of the elements and principles of design as applied to the practice of graphic design and visual communication. Emphasis is on the design process from visualization through production. The software used includes Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Explore the analysis and interpretation of the elements and principles of graphic design as applied to the practice of visual communication.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the design process through directed laboratory exercises.
Course Details
- Units
- 4 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 3
- Weekly Lab Hours: 3
- Gen Ed
- Non-GE Class
- Program Status
- Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Transferability
- Transferable to CSU only
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Prerequisite(s)
- ARTS 53 or ARTS 54 or instructor approval
- Corequisite(s)
- Advisory(ies)
Limitations on Enrollment and Entrance Skills
- Limitation(s) on Enrollment
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