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Degree Plans - Digital Imaging Technology - Digital Imaging Technology AAS (Archived)

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.

CREDIT HOURS

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
15-19

SEMESTER II

++GRPH 1325 Digital Imaging I 3
GRPH 1354 Electronic Publishing II 3
ARTS 1311 2D Design 3
ENGL 1301 Composition I 3
+++ Elective 3-4
15-16

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
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
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
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
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.

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