Course Descriptions
| GC-10 |
Introduction to Graphic Communications |
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(2 units lecture) |
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| An introduction to the graphic communications program and to the printing/graphic arts industry in general. This class is designed to cover printing processes (including letterpress and offset lithography) their terminology, capabilities and limitations; graphic art areas of design/layout and composition; photoconversion; platemaking, printing and binding. |
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| GC-11 |
Design for Printing |
| CSU |
(1.5 units lecture/lab) |
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| A study of design as it relates to graphic arts and specific printed items utilizing layout and paste-up techniques. The course considers three areas in the design of printing - perception, selection and production and their relationship to communication. |
| Recommended: GC-10 |
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| GC-12 |
Desktop Publishing |
| CSU |
(3 units lecture/lab) |
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| This course is an introduction to desktop publishing which combines text and graphics to produce camera ready artwork by use of a computer, desktop publishing software and laser printer. Also covered are the basic concepts of design, word processing, typography, scanner use and graphics which students apply to hands-on projects using the latest in hardware and software. |
| Recommended: GC-11 |
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| GC-20 |
Graphics Business Management |
| CSU |
(1 unit lecture) |
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| A study of management and supervision principles particular to graphic communications businesses. Topics will include: hiring; plant layout, marketing and finances. This course will also cover the related areas of estimating, sales, filing and inventory. |
| Prerequisite: GC-10 |
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| GC-22 |
Commercial Design |
| CSU |
(3 units lecture/lab) |
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| This course is designed to develop the concepts and techniques required to originate a variety of commercially oriented projects. Emphasis will be on the practical as well as the creative aspects of design. Works will be completely processed through final printing. |
| Prerequisite: GC-11 |
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