CCOG for GD 160 Spring 2024
- Course Number:
- GD 160
- Course Title:
- Digital Imaging 1
- Credit Hours:
- 3
- Lecture Hours:
- 0
- Lecture/Lab Hours:
- 60
- Lab Hours:
- 0
Course Description
Introduces professional software for digital image editing, photo manipulation, and layer compositing of raster art. Emphasizes file formats, techniques, and tools used by graphic designers. Prerequisites: GD 116, GD 122, GD 140, GD 151. Prerequisites/concurrent: GD 182.
Intended Outcomes for the course
Upon completion of the course students should be able to:
- Set up documents to specifications required for professional quality output.
- Utilize color systems, screen resolution and file formats defined by industry standards.
- Navigate and manipulate the software interface using professional practices and procedures.
- Apply professional methods of image selection, editing and layer management.
Outcome Assessment Strategies
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Successfully designed and output printed projects and a skills test will be the major criteria for evaluation.
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Additional assessment may include quizzes, in-class exercises, research assignments and attendance.
Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)
THEMES
Technical Proficiency
Raster Manipulation
ISSUES
Non-destructive Editing
Controlled Alteration
Accurate Selections
Interface Navigation
Resizing Resolution
CONCEPTS
Critical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Organization
SKILLS
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Use appropriate sequence of editing techniques
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Manipulate pixel data with photorealistic results
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Organize a highly complex document
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Maintain safe practices for protecting pixel data