ARTC 1302 - Digital Imaging I

Credit Hours: 3
Contact Hours - Lecture: 2 Lab: 3
Digital imaging using raster image editing and/or image creation software: scanning, resolution, file formats, output devices, color systems, and image acquisitions.
Prerequisite: Competent knowledge of either Macintosh or Windows operating system.
Student Learning Outcomes
1 - Identify terminology, advantages and limitations of image editing software. 2 - Distinguish bit-mapped resolutions for image acquisitions and output devices. 3 - Use digital editing and painting tools. 4 - Use basic half-tone theory in production of images, manipulate, create, and edit digital images for print and for web. 5 - Specify appropriate file formats. 6 - Demonstrate time management skills, adhering to all deadlines for assignments, tests, and projects. 7 - Utilize effective verbal communication skills with client and during classroom critique. 8 - Complete projects from pre-visualizing, scanning, or acquiring images to saving files and various outputting 9 - Demonstrate design skills and repurpose for a variety of delivery methods. 10 - Practice industry protocol for multi-designer projects that controls naming of files, naming of layers, and digital image manipulation that is reversible. 11 - Apply creativity through appropriate design principles.