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GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS
Graphic Software GRC 125 0.50 - 1.00
Prerequisite: None
A variety of short courses in software packages specific to graphic communications and digital media applications. Classes will include
current software packages and upgrade-specific training. Verify type of software and level of instruction in current schedule of classes.
Grading is pass/withdraw. This course may be repeated for up to eight credits. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art
or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Software Applications-Advanced Illustrator GRC 126 0.05 - 1.00
Prerequisite: None
Software workshop focusing on advanced techniques and applications of the current version of Adobe Illustrator. Class is taught hands on
with software demonstrations. Class may be used toward the Graphic Communications Certificate but may not be used toward the AAS
Graphic Communications Degree.
Software Applications-Beginning InDesign GRC 127 0.05 - 1.00
Prerequisite: None
Software workshop focusing on beginning techniques and applications of the current version of Adobe InDesign. Class is taught hands on
with software demonstrations. Class may be used toward the Graphic Communications Certificate but may not be used toward the AAS
Graphic Communications Degree.
Software Applications-Advanced InDesign GRC 128 0.05 - 1.00
Prerequisite: None
Software workshop focusing on advanced techniques and applications of the current version of Adobe InDesign. Class is taught hands on
with software demonstrations. Class may be used toward the Graphic Communications Certificate but may not be used toward the AAS
Graphic Communications Degree.
Software Applications-Beginning Dreamweaver GRC 129 0.05 - 1.00
Prerequisite: None
Software workshop focusing on beginning techniques and applications of the current version of Adobe Dreamweaver. Class is taught hands
on with software demonstrations. Class may be used toward the Graphic Communications Certificate but may not be used toward the AAS
Graphic Communications Degree.
Software Applications-Beginning Flash GRC 130 0.05 - 1.00
Prerequisite: None
Software workshop focusing on beginning techniques and applications of the current version of Adobe Flash. Class is taught hands on with
software demonstrations. Class may be used toward the Graphic Communications Certificate but may not be used toward the AAS Graphic
Communications Degree.
Software Applications-Premiere/Soundbooth GRC 131 0.05 - 1.00
Prerequisite: None
Software workshop focusing on beginning techniques and applications of the current version of Adobe Premiere and Soundbooth. Class is
taught hands on with software demonstrations. Class may be used toward the Graphic Communications Certificate but may not be used
toward the AAS Graphic Communications Degree.
Basic Principles of Animation GRC 132 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 107 and GRC 110 or approval of instructor.
Introduction to the principles and techniques of 2D animation. Manual assignments will be completed for output to analog and digital
formats for screening and portfolio. Course lectures and discussions will include professional production processes for TV, film, games
and the Web, as well as potential strategies to gain employment in the field. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or
science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Storyboarding GRC 135 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 107 and GRC 110 or approval of instructor.
Introduction to techniques and strategies for visual storytelling. Visual language and syntax for narrative, non-linear, alternative and
experimental storytelling methodologies will be explored. Story structure, character development, style, premise, genre, and format
(commercial ad, interstitial, PSA, short, feature, music video, Web, games, etc.) will be discussed. This course may not transfer to a
baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Electronic Layout and Typography GRC 144 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 118 or approval of instructor.
Introduction to typography and page layout software. Typographic theory, copy acquisition, proofreading and fundamentals of
typographical layout and design. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the
Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
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* This course might not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education
(NSHE). If you plan to pursue a four-year degree, check with the institution where you intend to transfer to learn whether this course will count
toward the degree you intend to seek.