VISC 218 - Digital Process and Workflow
PREREQUISITES: VISC 113 - Typography and VISC 115 - Vector Graphics & Pub Design I
COREQUISITES: VISC 201 - Raster Graphics II
PROGRAM: Visual Communications
CREDIT HOURS MIN: 3
LECTURE HOURS MIN: 2
LAB HOURS MIN: 2
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2011
This course focuses on the issues of digital process and workflow in the visual communications industry. Emphasis is placed on successful creative problem- solving skills, production of multi-media solutions, and working in a team environment. Topics covered include video and sound, digital photography solutions (studio and location), graphic design, graphic print production, printing technologies, file management and various forms of interactive media.
REQUIRED SOFTWARE:
This class makes use of industry-standard Adobe software. Students will NOT be able to complete the coursework without the use of Adobe software. Only students enrolled in Visual Communications courses that use Adobe software have been assigned an Adobe license. Not all students will have the ability to access Adobe software at home. All Visual Communications labs are outfitted with the latest Adobe software. Review the IvyService & Support Knowledge Base article: How to Access Adobe Software at Home to learn how to access this software.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:
Please note that not every computer can run Adobe software. Verify your system can operate Adobe applications through the Adobe System Requirements website. We highly recommend computers with an Intel core processor, 64-bit support, 8GB of memory (16GB preferred), and a 250GB hard drive. All Visual Communications labs are outfitted with the minimum system requirements.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to: - Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the digital process and workflow across all facets of the visual communications industry.
- Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of digital functions and vocabulary.
- Explore and apply various digital solutions to typical marketing or industry problems.
- Apply understanding, analysis and implementation of efficiencies in digital workflow.
- Develop professional quality team skills in problem solving and implementation of multi- media solutions.
- Evaluate various digital, interactive and printed pieces for quality and functionality.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include - - Production overview for print, video, media production and interactive
- Efficient PDF workflow
- Communication and terminology with vendors
- Creative solutions using current and future technologies in digital media
- Various interactive deliveries such as mobile apps, QR codes and personalized URLs
- Creative solutions for various vector, video, photo, raster and other media applications
- Printing: digital devices and offset presses
- File management and organization
- Proofing and editing: theory, methods and usage
- Working with a collaborative team
- Electronic media/file preparation and archive
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