This course offers tips on presentation design and the use of multimedia in the graphic design field. Students will learn how to create slides, overheads, and on-screen presentations. Transition effects and the use of sound and video will be incorporated into on-screen presentations. Students will create an interactive portfolio and at least one presentation for class demonstration.

Students will use GUI software to design, test, publish, and edit web pages that apply basic visual principles and communication strategies.

This course is designed for learners to develop knowledge and skills in all aspects of the writing process. Planning, organizing, writing, editing and revising are applied through a variety of activities. Students will analyze audience and purpose, use elements of research, and format documents using standard guidelines. Individuals will develop critical reading skills through analysis of various written documents.

This course guides students through an organized experimentation of traditional art media to create images that convey specific messages to viewers. A variety of media is used including: watercolor, acrylic, oil pastel, inks, dyes, collage, and computers. Good composition, visual organization, development of creative thinking and visual problem will be emphasized. This course will include a study of perspective, light, shade, and color theory. Current illustration and color trends will be explored.

This course explores the use of digital photography, desktop scanning and photo manipulation software in the creation of photo compositions and support materials for graphic design.

Students will use Vector Illustration software for technical drawing, composition and implementation of created art into print, web and social media. Students will incorporate traditional drawing skills and scanning methods into their digital illustration and drawings. Composition, digital color specification and current graphic design trends will be emphasized.

Students will study typography, color, and layout. Studies include symmetrical and asymmetrical compositions, grid method systems, designing with type, image, and the graphic functions of typography. Students will develop an understanding of the basic design principles, including space, line, form, color, and the use of letterforms and design contrasts to convey a visual message. Students will be introduced to target markets and designing for an audience.

In this course, students explore the Gateway Technical College community. They examine college resources and services, investigate skills that lead to academic success, and identify strategies for achieving educational and personal goals.

A practical approach to the study of accounting. Basic accounting practices and procedures are explained with particular emphasis on the transactional effect on the income statement and balance sheet. Other areas covered include adjusting and closing entries; accounting for cash, including bank reconciliations and payroll accounting.

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