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GRAPHIC COMMUNICATIONS
Computer Illustration II GRC 256 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 122 and 156, or approval of instructor.
An intermediate/advanced class in the creation and execution of designs and illustrations in the electronic environment. Class will focus on
vector-draw software and more advanced principles of design to produce artwork for print and digital media. This course may not transfer
to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Web Design and Publishing II GRC 275 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 175 and GRC 183, or approval of instructor.
Advanced Web page design using industry-standard applications. Topics include planning and design, programming, interactivity,
behaviors, animation, page weighting, meta tags, databases, Web hosting and site management. This course may not transfer to a
baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Digital Video II GRC 281R 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 181 or approval of instructor.
The second course in the video series which builds upon skills learned in Digital Video I. Intermediate level techniques in non-linear
editing, sound design and special effects, including an introduction to motion graphics production, and video composting, including titles
and 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).
Motion Graphics for Video GRC 282 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 132 and GRC 182 or instructor approval.
The principles of animation and motion design applied to graphics production for use in time-based and interactive scenarios. An
exploration of animated title sequences, time-based image composing, and audio design principles for applications in entertainment and
advertising content creation. 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 Imaging II GRC 283 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 183 or approval of instructor.
An advanced course in the application of graphics software to create pixel based imagery using industry standard pixel based software.
Class will cover advanced image manipulation and optimization processes for pixel images as well as simple based animation and video
manipulation. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of
Higher Education (NSHE).
3D Modeling and Animation GRC 284 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 119 and GRC 132 or approval of instructor.
Introduction to basic 3 dimensional modeling and animation techniques and production processes. Topics include 3D modeling, texturing,
lighting, animation and rendering using industry-standard 3D software. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or
science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
3D Animation II GRC 287 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 284 or approval of instructor.
Second class in 3D animation will develop more advanced techniques in character modeling and animation. Topics include character
motion, rigging, application of animation controls, kinematics, hierarchies from GRC 284, scene layout and control, and production/export
processes for video and multimedia distribution. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or science within the
universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Web Animation and Interactivity II GRC 288 3.00
Prerequisite: GRC 188 or approval of instructor. GRC 135 recommended.
Advanced animation and interactivity for the Web and CD-ROM using Macromedia Flash. The course extends the skills acquired in GRC
188: Web Animation and Interactivity I, and emphasizes methodology and problem solving. This course may not transfer to a
baccalaureate degree of art or science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Internship in Graphic Communications GRC 290 1.00 - 8.00
Prerequisite: None
Supervised work experience with a selected graphic communications business, dependent upon students selected major emphasis. Course
is designed to apply knowledge to real on-the-job situations in a program designed by a company official and a faculty advisor. Available
to students entering their last semester of instruction for the GRC associates degree. Contact the department advisor for application,
screening and required skills evaluation. 75 hours on the job per credit. This course may not transfer to a baccalaureate degree of art or
science within the universities in the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE).
Portfolio Workshop GRC 294 1.00 - 3.00
PR: Minimum 24 credits of GRC classes or approval of instructor.
Development of a portfolio for employment in the graphic communications or digital media or transfer to a four-year program. Class will
deal with the professional and legal requirements of working in the graphic communications or digital media industry. 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.