GR DES 18, Introduction to Design Applications 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This computer course provides an overview of digital applications used in the field of Graphic Design: Photoshop, Illustrator and Quark Xpress. Also covered: Operation Systems, file management and computer navigation basics.
2167 2:00p-5:05p M AET 103 Martinez L R
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Above section 2167 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2168 2:00p-5:05p W AET 105 Martinez L R
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Above section 2168 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4274 6:30p-9:35p T AET 103 Martinez L R
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Above section 4274 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 21, Electronic PrePress and Publishing 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This course provides an introduction to electronic publishing, printing, and the history of printing and other areas of graphic communications. It includes orientation to the computer, typesetting, electronic page layout software, camera work, basic stripping, platemaking, proofing, presswork, quality control techniques, and post-press operations. Students will learn to operate Macintosh computers and various models of printing presses to reproduce various types of camera-ready artwork.
2169 2:00p-4:20p T AET 103 Martinez L R
2:00p-4:20p Th AET 202 Martinez L R
Above section 2169 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 31, Graphic Design Studio 1 (2,2) 2 units
Transfer: CSU
This studio course introduces the graphic design process including concept, visualization, documentation, and professional presentation. With an emphasis on visual communication strategies, students will explore the fundamental text and image interaction and develop various types of graphic identity designs including symbolic, pictorial, or typographic. This is the first in a sequence of three courses.
2170 9:30a-11:35a MW AET 104 Fischer K K
Above section 2170 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4275 5:30p-9:35p Th AET 104 Cottingham G L
Above section 4275 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 33, Typography Design 1 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 20.
This studio course introduces classical typography—tradition, terminology, specification, and production. With an emphasis on legibility and craftsmanship, students will develop rectilinear typographic compositions while learning type indication, comping, and professional presentation techniques. This is the first in a sequence of two courses.
2171 1:00p-5:05p T AET 104 Tanaka Bonita R
Above section 2171 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4276 5:30p-9:35p M AET 104 Wood S J
Above section 4276 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 34, Publication and Page Design I 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This computer course introduces students to Adobe InDesign, a page layout computer application. Students will learn to incorporate type and imagery into creative projects, such as brochures, print publications and posters.
2172 9:30a-12:35p T AET 105 Dumas K O
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Above section 2172 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2173 2:00p-5:05p M AET 105 Mazzara E
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Above section 2173 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4277 6:30p-9:35p Th AET 105 Martinez L R
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Above section 4277 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 35, Drawing for Graphic Design 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This studio course is an introduction to quick sketching techniques for graphic design students. Students will develop and practice techniques employed by working graphic artists to quickly create drawings for concept, layout development and communication to clients, photographers, illustrators and associates, utilizing a variety of media, including pen, pencil, and markers.
2174 9:30a-1:35p Th AET 202 Robinson K C
Above section 2174 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 38, Digital Illustration 1 4 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 31. • Advisory: Art 10A and 20A.
This course is designed for students interested in the computer as a beginning illustration tool. The course covers how to use a digital computer drawing application. Students will create, draw, layer, and edit shapes and objects on the computer. This class is taught on Macintosh computers.
2175 1:00p-5:05p Th AET 103 Baduel Z M
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Above section 2175 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4278 5:30p-9:35p Th AET 103 Baduel Z M
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Above section 4278 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 41, Graphic Design Studio 2 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 31.
This studio course introduces the application of graphic identity designs to corporate identity programs, retail identity systems, and other uses, primarily in 2D. With an emphasis on visual problem-solving strategies, students will generate design criteria research, analysis, design implications, and design system development. This is the second in a sequence of three courses.
4279 5:30p-9:35p T AET 104 Baduel Z M
Above section 4279 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 43, Typography Design 2 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 33. • Advisory: Graphic Design 31 and 34.
This studio design course provides a survey of typography history and current design directions to inspire the development of dynamic, contemporary typographic compositions. With an emphasis on verbal communication strategies, students will explore the metaphoric and stylistic refinement of text - the fundamental element of graphic design style. This is the second in a sequence of two courses.
2176 1:00p-5:05p W AET 104 Tanaka Bonita R
Above section 2176 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 44, Publication and Page Design 2 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 34.
A continuation of Graphic Design 34, this lecture-lab course stresses the use of microcomputers to develop professional solutions to page layout design problems. This course is taught on Macintosh computers.
4280 6:30p-9:35p W AET 103 Mazzara E
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Above section 4280 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 50, Graphic Design Portfolio Preparation 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
This studio course focuses upon the development of an effective graphic design portfolio-refining existing work and also defining and executing additional portfolio projects to meet a student’s need for transfer application or employment in the field.
4281 5:30p-9:35p W AET 104 Donon S G
Above section 4281 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 51, Graphic Design Studio 3 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 41.
This studio course introduces the development of multi-faceted promotional design programs with applications in 2-D and 3-D. With an emphasis on unifying concepts, students will create comprehensive design programs which may include print, packaging, advertising, media, and environments. This is the third in a sequence of three courses.
4282 5:30p-9:35p M AET 103 Donon S G
Above section 4282 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 54, Digital Illustration 2 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 34. • Advisory: Art 20A.
Created for students interested in the computer as an illustration tool, this extension of Graphic Design 34 begins with simple black and white drawings and progresses to advanced techniques for more involved, multi-layered color illustrations. This class is taught with Macintosh computers.
2177 2:00p-5:05p T AET 105 Wood S J
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Above section 2177 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 64, Digital Imaging for Design I 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
Using Adobe Photoshop, this computer class teaches students how to scan, manipulate, and enhance digital images for graphic reproduction and use on the web. Includes retouching, color adjustment and color correction techniques.
Graphic Design 64 is the same course as ET 37. Students may receive credit for one, but not both.
2178 9:30a-12:35p W AET 105 MacGillivray I
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Above section 2178 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2179 2:00p-5:05p Th AET 105 Kasra M
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Above section 2179 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4283 6:30p-9:35p T AET 105 Zenhari E
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Above section 4283 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 71, Motion Graphics 3 units
• Prerequisite: Graphic Design 64.
This hands-on course focuses on bringing together the elements of photo, text, movies and sound to create a complete video project. Students will concentrate on the techniques, skills, and theory of video editing and how to apply those techniques to enhance, pace and set the mood for film or video projects. Included will be demonstrations of a variety of available editing equipment.
4284 6:30p-9:35p W AET 105 Kasra M
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Above section 4284 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.