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Catalog Description Hours: 72 (36 lecture, 36 activity) Description: Introduction to fundamental concepts, techniques, and creation of art and design on the computer. Includes basic computer skills, photo manipulation, digital illustration, page layout, and preparation of images for print and screen environments. Students develop creative projects using current graphics software. (C-ID ARTS 250) (CSU, UC) Course Student Learning Outcomes CSLO #1: Utilize graphics software to develop projects that incorporate fundamentals of vector art, digital imaging, and page layout. CSLO #2: Demonstrate compositional principles, concept development, design thinking, and personal expression across a variety of creative projects for print and screen. CSLO #3: Evaluate projects for effective visual communication. CSLO #4: Demonstrate an understanding of the ethical and legal considerations surrounding copyright law, licensing, and artificial intelligence within the context of designing for media industries. Effective Term Fall 2025 Course Type Credit - Degree-applicable Contact Hours 72 Outside of Class Hours 90 Total Student Learning Hours 162 Course Objectives Lecture Objectives: 1. Identify various areas of the Mac OS interface, including Finder, Dock, menu options, Sharepoint, and proper file and folder management. 2. Identify various areas of the creative software interface including workspace options, tools, panels, and menu options. 3. Demonstrate use of different file formats, file extensions, and saving files in appropriate format for various output. 4. Demonstrate methods of image acquisition including digital image capture, scanning and web download. 5. Compare and contrast raster and vector imaging with regard to resolution, file size and their appropriate use for print and screen based output. 6. Demonstrate proper layer management and methods of layer manipulation to achieve a variety of creative results. 7. Examine and compare the diverse digital imaging processes and final products when using various creative software for specific needs including: layout and composition, vector illustration, and raster image editing and manipulation. 8. Recognize and use basic design terminology. 9. Explore various methods of creative ideation and problem-solving. 10. Identify basic copyright issues and ethics affecting digital media. Appropriately select, use, and document image sources. Laboratory/Activity Objectives: 1. Create class projects using various areas of the Mac OS interface, including Finder, Dock, menu options, Sharepoint, and proper file and folder management. 2. Create class projects navigating the creative software interface and demonstrate understanding of its various components including workspace options, tools, panels, and menu options. 3. Utilize appropriate file formats with correct file extensions for various output. 4. Apply methods of image acquisition in class projects including digital image capture, scanning and web download. 5. Apply knowledge of raster and vector image types in class projects. 6. Demonstrate understanding of layer management and manipulation to achieve a variety of creative results. 7. Develop original projects using the fundamentals of: composition and principles of layout and design; vector drawing and illustration techniques; and raster photo editing and manipulation. 8. Develop original projects using various methods of creative ideation and problem-solving. 9. Evaluate projects for effective visual communication through class critique, utilizing appropriate design vocabulary. 10. In class projects research and demonstrate understanding of copyright issues in regards to image protection and utilization of source materials. General Education Information Approved College Associate Degree GE Applicability CSU GE Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU approval) Cal-GETC Applicability (Recommended - Requires External Approval) IGETC Applicability (Recommended-requires CSU/UC approval) Articulation Information CSU Transferable UC Transferable Methods of Evaluation Projects Example: Create class projects using the methods for importing and exporting files, creating file formats and use of file extensions and saving files in appropriate format for different output, including using file saving and folder management through appropriate naming and folder structure setup. Rubric Graded Skill Demonstrations Example: Demonstrate use of different file formats, file extensions, and saving files in appropriate format for different output including, using file saving and file and folder management through appropriate naming and folder structure setup. Rubric Graded Repeatable No Methods of Instruction Activity Lecture/Discussion Distance Learning Activity: Instructor will describe and demonstrate design strategies to meet specific criteria of a project. The students will use the content of the lecture to successfully complete tutorials. Topics that are addressed include concept development, application of design principles, image preparation and proficiency in use of the photo imaging, illustration and publication programs. (Lab Objectives 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) Lecture: The instructor will provide lecture overviews of how to successfully complete tutorials relating to the student's learning of the software. Instructor demonstrates the correct use of software tools and processes for image creation and proficiency in use of the photo imaging, illustration and publication programs. Students are expected to actively participate in the lecture. (Lecture Objective 7) Distance Learning Through Distance Learning, the instructor will present video tutorials demonstrating the use of drawing applications, photo editing software, and page layout software. Students will be provided with digital starter files and will then complete the starter files via the appropriate tools of the application. Students will upload the completed tutorial file to the LMS to receive points for the exercise and feedback on the accuracy of the work. Students will also complete a series of creative projects that reinforce the skill-building exercise, and enhance their conceptual problem solving skills.These creative projects will be uploaded to the LMS to receive points for each major project.(Lab Objective 2) Typical Out of Class Assignments Reading Assignments 1. Read chapter on using Photoshop selection techniques from class textbook in preparation for hands-on demonstration/tutorials by instructor in class and for examinations on course content and terms. 2. Read the handout on art and design elements and principles, find a visual example to describe using the concepts and terminology: form, line, shape, value, texture, color, repetition, rhythm, contrast, balance, proportion, dominance, movement, space, and unity. Writing, Problem Solving or Performance 1. Select an illustrator, illustration or illustrative style that you like. It can be your own work or something that you discovered somewhere; magazines, comics, computer games (characters), packaging, posters or just about anything that is printed. Write a paragraph describing what you like about the illustration, the style or the creator. Your comments should be well thought out and clearly written. 2. Using a digital photograph of themselves as a template, students will reproduce the portrait four times, placing the portraits in each quadrant of a document. Using only the drawing tools in a photo manipulation application they will recreate their portrait four times using a very different style in each quadrant. 3. Images and graphics will be combined into a page layout design for an upcoming event. This poster will demonstrate proper asset management, layout techniques and styles to create design consistency. Other (Term projects, research papers, portfolios, etc.) Required Materials The Graphic Designer's Digital Toolkit: A Project-Based Introduction to Adobe Photoshop CC, Illustrator CC & InDesign CC Author: Allan Wood Publisher: Cengage Learning Publication Date: 2017 Text Edition: 7th Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: The Design Collection Revealed: Adobe InDesign CC, Photoshop CC and Illustrator CC Author: Chris Botello, Elizabeth Reding Publisher: Thomson Delmar Publication Date: 2015 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: The Non-Designer’s Design Book Author: Robin Williams Publisher: Peachpit Press Publication Date: 2014 Text Edition: 4th Classic Textbook?: No OER Link: OER: Adobe Photoshop Classroom in a Book Author: Conrad Chavez Publisher: Adobe Press Publication Date: 2024 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Brian Wood Author: Adobe Illustrator Classroom in a Book Publisher: Adobe Press Publication Date: 2024 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Adobe InDesign Classroom in a Book Author: Kelly Anton and Tina DeJarld Publisher: Adobe Press Publication Date: 2024 Text Edition: 1st Classic Textbook?: OER Link: OER: Other materials and-or supplies required of students that contribute to the cost of the course.

Applied Art and Design is an academic discipline which focuses on the principles and practical applications of art, design, photography, computer graphics, imaging and animation. Study of the foundations of design, creative problem solving, portfolio development and internship experiences, all prepare students for transfer programs and career opportunities. Within the AA/AS degree or certificate options, students may concentrate in Graphic Design, Illustration, or Multimedia. Students who successfully complete the Applied Art and Design major can expect to find entry level employment in such areas as digital illustration, graphic design for print and internet, multimedia, animation, photographic retouching and pre-press operation.