Digital Design Basics

This certificate prepares students for entry-level graphic design work in print and online media and also provides a basis for expanded course work and career laddering. Note: *3 Courses required and 1 elective.

Skills

What Courses or Activities it takes to earn this badge

  1. MATW NC003 Photoshop | Class teaches the basic tools and techniques for creating, enhancing and collaging images using Photoshop for the PC and Mac. Students will practices new skills in a lab setting. * Required

  2. PHOW NC002 Photoshop for Digital Photographers | Focuses on the capabilities of Photoshop for the PC and Mac, including advanced layering, composition and retouching techniques. Familiarity with Photoshop on the PC or Macintosh recommend. *Required

  3. GDPW NC010 Introduction to Adobe Illustrator | Students learn to create illustrations, logos, etc., using Illustrator from the Adobe CS suite. Completion of class assignments allows students to practice and demonstrate skills needed to design quality products. *Elective

  4. PHOW NC001 Digital Cameras, Digital Photos | Students learn the basics of photography, the features of digital cameras, how to take better digital photos, and how to correct common photo problems using photo editing software. *Elective

  5. GDPW NC001 Digital Design Techniques | Students learn how to create flyers, brochures, logos and more using Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign programs from the Adobe CS suite. *Required

  6. MATW NC001 Introduction to Dreamweaver| Students learn to create profession Website using HTML and CSS cascading style sheets. Basic knowledge of PC or Mac and internet navigation skills recommended. *Elective

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