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Graphic Communications

Abbreviation
GRC

Junior Capstone

Course ID
135003
Topic ID
0
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Section
7305
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

Course will cover topics related to business practices and entrepreneurship and the development of a semester-long independent project in graphic arts and media technology. Students will create a multi-component, content-driven project that demonstrates their ability to identify, research, produce and implement complex solutions. A final professional presentation will be required.

Class Type
Independent Study (Web-Based)
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Graphic Communications
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
390
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Graphic Communications - GRC
Crytime Formatted
See course notes or contact department for details about meeting times/locations.
Department Phone
673-7291
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Must be taken during the last semester of Advanced Certificate program, departmental approval is required.
Class Subject Abbr
GRC

Graphic Design II

Course ID
134929
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $45. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

Advanced visual communication problems within the context of graphic design, advertising design, and a variety of media.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Graphic Communications
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
355
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Graphic Communications - GRC
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 08/26/24–12/14/24
Department Phone
673-7291
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $45. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
GRC 220 or approval of instructor.
Class Subject Abbr
GRC

Introduction to Motion Graphics

Course ID
134905
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $45. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

Foundation course that introduces computer systems and applications as they relate to motion graphics in digital media. Class will present a project-based overview of animation processes and digital video creation.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Graphic Communications
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
117
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Graphic Communications - GRC
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 08/26/24–12/14/24
Department Phone
673-7291
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $45. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite or co-requisite: GRC 116, or approval of instructor.
Class Subject Abbr
GRC

Modeling and Animation

Course ID
135778
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Lab Fee: $45. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
1001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

Digital modeling and animation. Topics will include basic modeling, UVs, textures, materials, lighting rigging, skinning and animation. Investigate theories and methodologies of visual communication.

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Graphic Communications
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
375
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Graphic Communications - GRC
Crytime Formatted
3:00–5:30 p.m. • T TH • Dandini Campus • 08/27/24–12/12/24
Department Phone
673-7291
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee: $45. In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: GRC 284, or instructor approval
Class Subject Abbr
GRC

History of Graphic Arts and Media Technologies

Course ID
135001
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course covers the history of graphics and media from the dawn of writing until today, including the development of typography and books; Arts & Crafts and the private press; posters, printing history, history of advertising; the Bauhaus and 20th century design; and new media into the 21st century.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Graphic Communications
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
300
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Graphic Communications - GRC
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 08/26/24–12/14/24
Department Phone
673-7291
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: GRC 100 and ENG 101 (or equivalent), or approval of instructor.
Class Subject Abbr
GRC

Independent Study

Course ID
103225
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Lab Fee: $15 per unit. The actual class time are negotiated between the student and the faculty member. For permission and class information contact the instructor, Fe Danger (fdanger@tmcc.edu). In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
7003
Minimum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
6.00
Description

This course is designed for advanced students to pursue work in a specific area of graphic communications. Students must submit a written proposal which becomes a contract for the course of study. Students must meet with a faculty advisor on a regular basis. Course may be repeated up to 6 credits.

Class Type
Independent Study
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Graphic Communications
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
299
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Graphic Communications - GRC
Crytime Formatted
Dandini Campus • 08/26/24–12/14/24
Department Phone
673-7291
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee: $15 per unit. The actual class time are negotiated between the student and the faculty member. For permission and class information contact the instructor, Fe Danger (fdanger@tmcc.edu). In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Class Subject Abbr
GRC

Independent Study

Course ID
103225
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Lab Fee: $15 per unit. The actual class time are negotiated between the student and the faculty member. For permission and class information contact the professor, Ron Marston (rmarston@tmcc.edu). In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
7002
Minimum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
6.00
Description

This course is designed for advanced students to pursue work in a specific area of graphic communications. Students must submit a written proposal which becomes a contract for the course of study. Students must meet with a faculty advisor on a regular basis. Course may be repeated up to 6 credits.

Class Type
Independent Study
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Graphic Communications
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
299
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Graphic Communications - GRC
Crytime Formatted
Dandini Campus • 08/26/24–12/14/24
Department Phone
673-7291
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee: $15 per unit. The actual class time are negotiated between the student and the faculty member. For permission and class information contact the professor, Ron Marston (rmarston@tmcc.edu). In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Class Subject Abbr
GRC

Independent Study

Course ID
103225
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Lab Fee: $15 per unit. The actual class time are negotiated between the student and the faculty member. For permission and class information contact the professor, Daniel Bouweraerts (dbouweraerts@tmcc.edu). In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
7001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
1.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
6.00
Description

This course is designed for advanced students to pursue work in a specific area of graphic communications. Students must submit a written proposal which becomes a contract for the course of study. Students must meet with a faculty advisor on a regular basis. Course may be repeated up to 6 credits.

Class Type
Independent Study
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Graphic Communications
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
299
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Graphic Communications - GRC
Crytime Formatted
Dandini Campus • 08/26/24–12/14/24
Department Phone
673-7291
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee: $15 per unit. The actual class time are negotiated between the student and the faculty member. For permission and class information contact the professor, Daniel Bouweraerts (dbouweraerts@tmcc.edu). In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Class Subject Abbr
GRC

Web Design II

Course ID
103200
Topic ID
0
Course Location
WebCollege
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $50. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Section
3001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

Intermediate 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.

Class Type
Web Course (Asynchronous)
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Graphic Communications
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
275
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Graphic Communications - GRC
Crytime Formatted
WebCollege • 08/26/24–12/14/24
Department Phone
673-7291
Notes (For Filter)
Online Course Fee: $15. Lab Fee: $50. This class is WEB-BASED and offered asynchronously as a traditional online class. Students must log into Canvas on the first day of class or risk being dropped for non-attendance.
Prerequisites (For Filter)
Prerequisite: GRC 175 and CIT 151, or approval of instructor.
Class Subject Abbr
GRC

3D Character Animation I

Course ID
136345
Topic ID
0
Course Location
Dandini Campus
Academic Term
Fall 2024
Notes
Lab Fee: $50. The prerequisites include GRC 117 Introduction to Motion Graphics and VIS 120 Introduction to Animation. For permission and class information, contact Ron Marston (rmarston@tmcc.edu). In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Section
1001
Minimum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Maximum Units (Decimal)
3.00
Description

This course focuses on teaching and reinforcing Disney's Principles of Animation through the use of both 3-D computer animation and Stop-Motion animation.

Class Type
In-Person Class
Status
Open
Subject Term Reference
Graphic Communications
Late Start
No
Catalog Number
235
Day or Night Section
Day
Is Late Start
Normal Start
Session
Normal
Class Subject Reference
Graphic Communications - GRC
Crytime Formatted
12:00–2:30 p.m. • M W • Dandini Campus • 08/26/24–12/11/24
Department Phone
673-7291
Notes (For Filter)
Lab Fee: $50. The prerequisites include GRC 117 Introduction to Motion Graphics and VIS 120 Introduction to Animation. For permission and class information, contact Ron Marston (rmarston@tmcc.edu). In the event of public health restrictions or other emergencies, classes may need to be changed to Web-Live, Web, or Hybrid instruction modes. Students will be notified by instructors and/or academic departments of any required changes.
Class Subject Abbr
GRC
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