GR DES 18, Introduction to Graphic 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 InDesign. Also covered: Operating Systems, file management and computer navigation basics.
2334 9:30a-12:35p F AET 106 Wisser R E
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 2334 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2335 2:00p-5:05p M AET 105 Lancaster W F
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 2335 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2336 2:00p-5:05p T AET 106 Martinez L R
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 2336 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4316 6:30p-9:35p W AET 105 Wisser R E
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 4316 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4317 6:30p-9:35p Th AET 105 Martinez L R
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 4317 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.
4318 6:30p-8:50p T AET 106 Martinez L R
6:30p-8:50p W AET 117 Martinez L R
Above section 4318 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 31, Graphic Design Studio 1 (2,2) 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
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.
2337 9:30a-1:35p W AET 104 Wood S J
Above section 2337 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4319 5:30p-9:35p M AET 104 Cottingham G L
Above section 4319 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4320 5:30p-9:35p F AET 104 Fava C
Above section 4320 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 33, Typography Design 1 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 18.
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.
2338 9:30a-1:35p Th AET 104 Lancaster W F
Above section 2338 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2339 9:30a-1:35p F AET 104 Tanaka Bonita R
Above section 2339 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.
2340 2:00p-5:05p W AET 106 Martinez L R
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 2340 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2341 2:00p-5:05p Th AET 105 Martinez L R
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 2341 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2342 Arrange-10 Hours ONLINE-E Mazzara E
Above section 2342 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 25 to Oct 17, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
4321 6:30p-9:35p Th AET 106 Mazzara E
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 4321 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.
2343 9:30a-1:35p Th AET 202 Robinson K C
Above section 2343 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2344 2:00p-6:05p W AET 202 Campbell DE A
Above section 2344 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 38, Digital Illustration 1 4 units
Transfer: CSU • Advisory: Graphic Design 35.
This computer course is designed for students interested in the computer as a digital illustration tool and covers the basics of computer illustration and its use in print and web-based media. Students will create vector-based artwork, manipulate type and learn how to create dynamic content and illustrations for print and online delivery using an industry standard application, Adobe Illustrator. This course also explores fundamental design concepts and finding creative solutions using Illustrator’s multiplicity of tools.
2345 12:30p-4:35p W AET 123 Baduel Z M
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 2345 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2346 2:00p-6:05p Th AET 106 Baduel Z M
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 2346 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.
4322 5:30p-9:35p T AET 104 Baduel Z M
Above section 4322 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
NEW 4588 5:30p-9:35p W AET 104 Baduel Z M
Above section 4588 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 50, Graphic Design Portfolio Preparation 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 34.
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.
2347 9:30a-1:35p Sat AET 104 Donon S G
Above section 2347 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.
4323 5:30p-9:35p W AET 106 Lancaster W F
Above section 4323 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 64, Digital Imaging for Design 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.
2348 Arrange-5 Hours ONLINE-E Kasra M
Above section 2348 is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
4324 6:30p-9:35p M AET 106 Lancaster W F
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 4324 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
4325 6:30p-9:35p T AET 105 Lancaster W F
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 4325 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 65, Web Design 1 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 18 or Entertainment Technology 11.
This course is designed as an introduction to web design for students with a basic knowledge of computers and graphic design applications. Students will learn to think critically about web design and apply basic conceptual design principles. Components of design such as color, typography, layout and composition will be discussed. Other topics include: an overview of the web and how it works, designing a navigation interface, web graphics, information architecture, HTML, web hosting, and file/site management. Students will design and create a simple web page utilizing basic features of a web authoring software.
2349 9:30a-12:35p W AET 106 MacGillivray I J
Arrange-1 Hour
Above section 2349 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2350 10:00a-1:05p Sat AET 106 Zenhari E F
Arrange-1 Hour
Above section 2350 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 66, Web Design 2 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: Graphic Design 65 and Graphic Design 64, or Entertainment Technology 37.
This computer-based course is focused on the successful design and implementation of web sites and builds on the concepts and fundamental techniques covered in Graphic Design 65. Students will learn different approaches and technologies in delivering online content. Topics include: Dynamic HTML, web hosts and servers, search engines, web graphics, web animation, and web authoring tools. Design issues such as effective communication, technical constraints, typography, navigation interface, and information architecture will be addressed. Students will design and create a multi-page web site utilizing advanced features of a web authoring software.
This course is the same as Entertainment Technology 14. Students may earn credit for one but not both.
2351 2:00p-5:05p M AET 106 Cavanaugh J Y
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 2351 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
2352 Arrange-10 Hours ONLINE-E Cavanaugh J Y
Above section 2352 meets for 8 weeks, Aug 25 to Oct 17, and is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
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.
2353 2:00p-5:05p F AET 106 Zenhari E F
Arrange-2 Hours
Above section 2353 meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 88A, Independent Studies in Graphic Design 1 unit
Transfer: CSU
Please see “Independent Studies” section.
Arrange-1 Hour AET 227G Baduel Z M
Above section meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 90A, Internship 1 unit
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in the class.
The Internship Program is designed to provide the students with “real life” experience in a graphic design environment. Students will work with a local firm to apply graphic design principles.
Arrange-4 Hours AET 227G Baduel Z M
Above section meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 90B, Internship 2 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in the class.
The Internship Program is designed to provide the students with “real life” experience in a graphic design environment. Students will work with a local firm to apply graphic arts principles.
Arrange-8 Hours AET 227G Baduel Z M
Above section meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.
GR DES 90C, Internship 3 units
Transfer: CSU • Prerequisite: None.
Students must arrange an approved internship prior to enrolling in the class.
The Internship Program is designed to provide the student with “real life” experience in a graphic design environment. Students will work with a local firm to apply graphic arts principles.
Arrange-12 Hours AET 227G Baduel Z M
Above section meets at the Academy of Entertainment and Technology, 1660 Stewart Street.