GRA-116 - Digital Preflight Production

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

The main focus of this course is in preflighting techniques and color control. Advanced graphic design, color management skills and printing technologies will be used in complex projects. The importance of communication between printer/pressroom and the graphic designer is also emphasized. This course integrates all facets of the graphic communications coursework and should be taken during the student's final semester. Prerequisite: GRA-275.

GRA-166 - Web Animations

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

Animation can be an important part of information transfer from a web site to the viewer. Topics will include when animation is an appropriate tool to use, when animation should be avoided, what tools are the current standard for web animation and how animation can be used to present information. The class will be project-based, with the student solving animation-related problems based on real business situations.

GRA-299 - Electronic Portfolio

Lecture: 2

Lab: 2

Credit: 3

Electronic Portfolio will help prepare the student for the next step, whether that is moving into the work force or presenting to the teachers at a four-year institution. Skills taught in this class will include preparation of an electronic portfolio, career-advancement skills, resume writing and interviewing. Prerequisites: GRA-140, GRA-158, GRA-166 and WDV-101.