Course Outcome Summary 2026-27

GCC 1120 Graphic Software 1

Course Information

Course information
Course Number GCC 1120
Course Title Graphic Software 1
Description This course will be taught in a hands-on atmosphere, learning the basics of various software packages used within the industry. Students will work with the tools, menus and panels, and integrate the use of the softwares for print and non-print outputs. (Prerequisites: Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score 250+ OR Classic Accuplacer Reading score 77+ OR MCA Reading score 1046+ OR ACT Reading 21+ OR completion of one of the following courses with a grade of C, 2.0, or higher: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, or ENGL 100 [or equivalent].)
Total Credits 4
Total Hours 112
Types of Instruction: instruction type, credits, and hours
Instruction Type Credits and Hours
Lecture 1 Credit, 28 Hours
Lab 3 Credits, 84 Hours

Pre/Corequisites

Prerequisite: Next-Generation Accuplacer Reading score 250+ OR Classic Accuplacer Reading score 77+ OR MCA Reading score 1046+ OR ACT Reading 21+ OR completion of one of the following courses with a grade of C, 2.0, or higher: READ 0099, ENGL 0099, or ENGL 100 [or equivalent].

Institutional Core Competencies

Course Competencies

  1. Demonstrate industry-related work ethics and habits.
  2. Develop basic established industry principles while working with all software packages.
  3. Utilize the network for saving files in the proper locations.
  4. Set-up the various software packages' workspace environment.
  5. Create new documents.
  6. Utilize the selection tools.
  7. Utilize the various drawing tools.
  8. Utilize various character settings to control typographic features.
  9. Explain the functions of the various type tools.
  10. Explain the functions of the various transformation tools.
  11. Explain the functions of the various modification and navigation tools.
  12. Use the various grids and guides.
  13. Import various graphical images.
  14. Manage image links.
  15. Use the color panel and swatches panel to control color.
  16. Utilize image editing tools and panels to enhance various graphics.
  17. Create various layouts.
  18. Output files to various printing devices.
  19. Export original file to various file formats.
  20. Explore interactive features.

SCC Accessibility Statement

South Central College strives to make all learning experiences as accessible as possible. If you have a disability and need accommodations for access to this class, contact the Academic Support Center to request and discuss accommodations.

North Mankato: Room B-132, (507) 389-7222; Faribault: Room A-116, (507) 332-7222.

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