24 courses with the subject GRAP, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
GRAP 1226Introduction to Media2
| Lecture/Lab This course provides students an overview of the Graphic/Design/Media industry. Through this course, students will discover and explore the job opportunities in the graphic communications industry. In addition, students will be introduced to all types of media and will gain a greater understanding of the role graphic/media plays in society. P a g e | 75
| Lecture/Lab This course will allow students to work on projects that meet their needs and special interests in developing basic layouts. Students will become familiar with basic layout techniques and learn the importance of pagination and imposition in the print and design industry.
| Lecture/Lab In this course students will study basic color theory/and how colors interact with one another. Students will look at the mediums of digital photography, video and print, and how color affects differently each one of these outputs. Students will work with various output devices and gain a better understanding of color and the value it has on products in our industry.
| Lecture/Lab Students in this course will develop skills in the production of digital videos, from pre-production through production, including storyboards and lighting set up. Through lectures lessons and hands on experiences, students will be initiated into the world of video editing.
| Lecture Students in this course will explore the fundamentals of estimating a job in the printing industry. Students will learn the importance of understanding the cost of any design or media project, including graphic design, video and production process.
| Lecture/Lab The focus of this course is video production. Throughout the course, students will use video MINNESOTA NORTH COLLEGE | 2024-25 CURRICULUM CATALOG production hardware and software to explore how a production comes together. Working independently and with others, students will produce their own videos as they master skills in identifying and resolving quality issues before a video can go live.
| Lecture/Lab Students in this course will explore the importance of team building and working together in groups to solve quality control issues in media. In addition, students will be introduced to quality control procedures in a small/medium or large company and important concepts such as Deming, Lean Manufacturing, and ISO 9000 principles.
| Lecture/Lab In this course students will learn the fundamentals of motion graphics and quickly move into compositing and keying. The course will also cover animation, motion graphic design, visual effects, and be introduced to the world of 3D.
| Lecture This uniquely structured course will prepare all students for entry into the Graphic Design Media program. A general overview of the graphics field will be provided. Throughout the semester, students will be introduced to basic computer operation, photography, and editing software for both photography and video. Students will become familiar with these techniques so as to produce a project that integrates their newly developed skills. This course is open to Graphic Design Media students and non-majors.
| Lecture Students in this course will learn basic copywriting skills in the graphics profession as they pertain to the creative process. Students will learn how to tell stories to engage audiences across a variety of mediums including radio, television, print and digital.
| Lecture/Lab This hands-on course is designed to familiarize students with the industry standard Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) camera. Coursework will cover operating automatic and manual-adjustment of the P a g e | 76
| Lecture/Lab Students will learn how to use Adobe XD to design, prototype and share mobile apps, websites, presentations and more. Throughout this course, students will learn how to create a project, add graphics, images, and text and organize content in XD. Students will also find out how to preview, share, comment publish design specs and export.
| Lecture/Lab Adobe InDesign is a powerful design program used by graphic designers around the world. In this course, students will be introduced to the functionality of the program and learn the most important features of Adobe InDesign. Upon completion of the course, students will demonstrate their knowledge of how to use all panels, import and flow text through a document and identify the appropriate use of graphics and colors for a variety of output settings including print and digital.
| Lecture/Lab This course allows the student to apply knowledge gained in GRAP 2252 Adobe InDesign to create a variety of design pieces including, but not limited to, identity system, poster, brochure, magazine spread, book cover and an intro to package design. Students will learn essential layout and design procedures in designing for a variety of different flat and folded printed pieces. Prerequisities: GRAP 1267, GRAP 2252, GRAP 2253
| Lecture/Lab Turn out professional-looking graphics for print and web with Adobe Illustrator. Through practical exercises, become fluent in the premier program for line art, logos and vector graphics, as well as learn to develop techniques to keep work clean and professional. Students will become familiar with the Illustrator workspace and learn to illustrate with the unique set of drawing tools offered in Adobe Illustrator.
| Lecture/Lab This course covers advanced layout and design techniques using Adobe InDesign. This course will focus on designing multiple page documents, using critical thinking skills to examine and evaluate existing designs, create a corporate brand and product packaging. It will also address any Print[ED] standards that have not been met in other courses. Prerequisities: GRAP 1267, GRAP 2252, GRAP 2254
| Lecture/Lab This course covers the introductory features of Adobe Photoshop, the premier software for creating and manipulating bitmap graphics. Students will learn how to use basic Photoshop tools to prepare images for both print and digital applications. Students will develop their own personal workflows to create and make changes to digital bitmap images. Students will be introduced to basic Photoshop tools and layers, selections, masks and channels, color correction, and advanced composition. P a g e | 77
| Lecture/Lab In this course, students will be introduced to a variety of methods to create webpages that incorporate graphics and text. Students will be introduced to basic HTML5 and CSS as well as basic principles governing website development. Students will have the experience of working within Adobe Dreamweaver and the WordPress development environment. Prerequisities: GRAP 1267, GRAP 2271
| Lecture/Lab This course concentrates on one of two student- selected areas (with instructor recommendation). Track A: Students who select this track will complete portfolio building, preparing finished projects, and perfecting skills for the job market. Track B. Students who select this track will perform on the job tasks in a (SOE) Supervised Occupational Experience at the site selected in conjunction with the student, the employer, and the college.
| Lab This course is designed to let the student develop individual interests. The student will do a photography, video, design, or other personal project and seek out a job shadow experience. The course will give the student the tools to communicate with customers internally and externally.
| Lecture/Lab This course will utilize Adobe Animate to create basic and advanced animations. Students will learn the many skills to create interesting graphics and rich movies that include sound, animation and interactivity. In addition, students will learn how to publish their own animated projects.
