DIGITAL IMAGING TECHNOLOGY
Eastfield only
(Associate in Applied Sciences Degree)
(Students pursuing this AAS program are required to meet all TASP requirements.)
Degree Plan Code: AAS.DIGITAL.IMAG.TEC
This program focuses on the application of computer technology in the area of digital publishing, preparing the student for employment in the areas of commercial printing, electronic pre-press, multimedia publishing, desktop publishing, or graphic design. A strong background in traditional skills is stressed and strengthened with training in contemporary software and business management techniques. Advanced students serve as professional interns or participate in a cooperative work program to gain practical job experience preparing them for full-time employment.
SEMESTER I
GRPH 1305 |
Introduction to Graphic Arts and Printing |
3 |
GRPH 1309 |
Press Operations I |
3 |
GRPH 1395 |
Special Topics in Typography and Composition Equipment Operation |
3 |
GRPH 1322 |
Electronic Publishing I |
3 |
+Elective |
Math Elective |
3-7 |
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15-19 |
SEMESTER II
SEMESTER III
GRPH 1357 |
Digital Imaging II |
3 |
GRPH 1359 |
Object-Oriented Computer Graphics |
3 |
SPCH 1311 |
Introduction to Speech Communication |
3 |
PSYC 2301 |
Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
+++Elective |
|
3-4 |
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15-16 |
SEMESTER IV
GRPH 2336 |
Pre-Press Techniques |
3 |
GRPH 1391 |
Special Topics in Graphics and Printing Equipment and Operator |
3 |
GRPH 2341 |
Electronic Publishing III |
3 |
GRPH 2381 |
Cooperative Education-Graphic and Printing Equipment Operator |
3 |
+++Elective |
|
3-4 |
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|
15-16 |
Minimum Hours Required |
|
60-67 |
+MATH Elective - Student must select from the following:
MATH 1332 |
College Mathematics I |
3 |
MATH 2342 |
Introductory Statistics |
3 |
MATH 1414 |
College Algebra |
4 |
MATH 1314 |
College Algebra |
3 |
TECM 1341 |
Technical Algebra |
3 |
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If TECM 1341 is taken, then a Natural Lab Science course must also be taken. |
4 |
Any of the DCCCD approved natural lab sciences may be used.
++GRPH 1223, Digital Imaging I and GRPH 1224, Digital Imaging I may be substituted for GRPH 1325, Digital Imaging I.
+++Elective - Student must select from the following:
ARTS 1312 |
3D Design |
3 |
ARTS 1316 |
Drawing I |
3 |
ARTS 1317 |
Drawing II |
3 |
ARTS 2316 |
Painting I |
3 |
ENGL 1302 |
Composition II |
3 |
ENGL 2311 |
Technical Writing (Prerequisites: ENGL 1301 and ENGL 1302) |
3 |
PHOT 1316 |
Introduction to Photography and Photojournalism |
3 |
PHOT 1317 |
Advanced Photography and Photojournalism |
3 |
PHOT 2370 |
Photography for Publications |
3 |
Any Computer Aided Drafting and Design course |
|
3-4 |
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Some Computer Information Technology courses (see GRPH Program Director) |
|
3-4 |
Any Electronics course |
|
3-4 |
Any Graphic Arts (Digital Imaging Technology) course |
|
3-4 |
Any Journalism course |
|
3-4 |
NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four year institution of their choice.