GDES116 — Digital Tools for the Visual Arts
(ARTD, GEIR, GEEL) Credit for Prior Learning An introduction to the digital tools used in the visual arts and the social, cultural and ethical application of those tools. Students are exposed to the theory and function of the major software packages, basic digital design principles, and collaborative processes utilized in the visual arts. Topics include operating systems, typography, vector and bitmap imaging, page layout, PDF creation and editing, timeline-based video editing, file transfer, output, web, emerging technologies, and other material relative to the digital visual arts workflow. Two hours lecture, four hours laboratory each week. 4 semester hours Course
Part of
- Animation AFA: 903
- Animation Certificate: 271
- Art AA: 618
- Studio Art AFA, Statewide Program (Visual Arts): 910
- Computer Gaming and Simulation AAS: 360
- Digital Media and Web Technology AA: 615
- Web Development Certificate: 231B
- General Studies AA, Integrated Studies Area of Concentration (INTG Core): 611D
- General Studies AA, Studies in Humanities, Arts, Communication, and Languages Area of Concentration (HACL Core): 611A
- Digital Animation AAS: 358
- Graphic Design AAS, General Graphic Design Area of Concentration: 304B
- Graphic Design AAS, Illustration Area of Concentration: 305
- Graphic Design with Digital Tools Certificate: 239
- Interior Design–Preprofessional AAS, Preprofessional General Area of Concentration: 306A
- Interior Design-Preprofessional AAS, Kitchen and Bath Design Area of Concentration: 306C
- Photography AAS: 342
- Professional and Technical Writing Certificate, Statewide Program: 261
- General Education Program