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GRA 1501 - Graphic Design I

Credits: 3

This course is designed to introduce students to visual communication through graphic design. Students practice basic studio skills with an emphasis on developing the ability to convert creative concepts into a visual medium. Topics include: proper file management, computer navigation basics, fundamental techniques of the design process, and digital plagiarism. Students will learn to create a graphic identify through proper typography, image editing, page layout, portfolio development and mechanical preparation.

Prerequisite: none
Prerequisite/Corequisite: none
Corequisite: none
General Education Code: ARHX
Elective Code(s): CRTY
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