Students interested in developing creative designs using computer technologies from a communication perspective may consider the Digital & Graphic Design major. Coursework in this major includes graphic design, desktop publishing, audio and video production for computer media, Web design, 2D and 3D animation, media arts design, and multimedia production. Digital & Graphic Design majors may choose from three degree programs - Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, or Bachelor of Fine Arts.
Explores interactive communication on the internet. Topics include web usability, aesthetics, social media use, and analytics. Students also learn Adobe and WordPress to create basic websites using proper communication techniques.
COEM 175.
Advanced exploration of Adobe Photoshop CC and Illustrator CC including alpha channel masking and advanced layer masking. Students follow along during in-class tutorials and given job specs to complete using the skills learned in class.
COEM 175.
Explains interactive communication on the internet. The topics included in this course are web page development, HTML, graphic communication, aesthetics of interactive documents, uses of digital audio/video, and other subjects related to website production. Students learn and use Adobe software. Students attend lectures and demonstrations during class time and may work on assignments and projects using department facilities.
COEM 175.
Includes content and skill training in visual communication on an intermediate level. Class topics will include the creation of motion effects for use in video, marketing, news, film and graphic communication. An emphasis on visual effects and titling for film and video entertainment is also included. Students will be introduced to After Effects and will continue their learning in other Adobe software applications.
COEM 175 required. COEM 232 and/or COMD 305 recommended.
