ARTC 1301 Basic Animation (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number VCOM 2384.
Prerequisite: None.
Examination of concepts, characters, and storyboards for basic animation production. Emphasis on creating movement and expression utilizing traditional or electronically generated image sequences. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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ARTC 1302 Digital Imaging I (3) New course added April 21, 2003
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number GRPH 1325.
Prerequisite: None.
Digital imaging using raster image editing and/or image creation software: scanning, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image-acquisitions. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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ARTC 1305 Basic Graphic Design (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number VCOM 1373.
Prerequisite: None.
A study of two-dimensional (2-D) design with emphasis on the visual communication design process. Topics include basic terminology and graphic design principles. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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ARTC 1313 Digital Publishing I (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
The fundamentals of using digital layout as a primary publishing tool and the basic concepts and terminology associated with typography and page layout. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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ARTC 1345 3-D Modeling and Rendering (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MULT 2371 or VCOM 2381or RFTV 2374/FLMC 1331.
Prerequisite: IMED 1301.
A studio course in the theory and technique of three-dimensional (3-D) modeling utilizing appropriate software. Topics include the creation and modification of 3-D geometric shapes; a variety of rendering techniques; and use of camera light sources, texture, and surface mapping. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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ARTC 1353 Computer Illustration (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number MULT 1375 or ARTS 2324.
Prerequisite: ARTC 1302 .
Implementation of software for illustration and/or photo manipulation for reproduction. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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ARTC 1391 Special Topics in Graphic Design, Commercial Art and Illustration (3) New course added May 27, 2003
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Visual Communications Core Curriculum or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor.
Topics address recently identified current events, skills, knowledges, and/or attitudes and behaviors pertinent to the technology or occupation and relevant to the professional development of the student. This course may be repeated for credit. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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ARTC 1402 Digital Imaging I (4) New course added March 14, 2004
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Digital imaging using raster image editing and/or image creation software: scanning, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image-acquisitions. (3 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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ARTC 2305 Digital Imaging II (3)
This is a WECM course number. Former course prefix/number VCOM 1371.
Prerequisite: None.
Principles of digital image processing and electronic painting. Emphasis on bitmapped- or raster-based image marking and the creative aspects of electronic illustration for commercial and fine art applications. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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ARTC 2335 Portfolio Development for Graphic Design (3) New course added July 16, 2002
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: Visual Communications First Year Curriculum or demonstrated competence approved by the instructor.
Preparation of a portfolio comprised of completed graphic design class projects. Evaluation and demonstration of portfolio presentation methods based on the student's specific area of study. It is recommended that this class be taken in the final semester of the program. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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ARTC 2341 3-D Animation II (3)
This is a WECM course number.
Prerequisite: None.
Skill development in three-dimensional modeling and rendering techniques using lighting, staging, and special effects for digital output. Emphasis on the production of three-dimensional (3-D) animation as final digital outputting using modeling, rendering, animation, and outputting software. (2 Lec., 4 Lab.)
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Academic Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board for transfer among community colleges and state public four year colleges and universities as freshman and sophomore general education courses.
WECM Courses
Designated by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board as workforce education (technical) courses offered for credit and CEUs (Continuing Education Units). While these courses are designed to transfer among state community colleges, they are not designed to automatically transfer to public four year colleges and universities.
