GCC 1145 Color Applications and Digital Tools
Course Information
| Course Number | GCC 1145 |
|---|---|
| Course Title | Color Applications and Digital Tools |
| Description | This course is designed to cover basic topics which include input/output hardware and the software involved; basic scanning of graphics and photographs; basic digital camera usage; and file formats, size and resolution comparisons. Additionally, students will cover the basics of color theory and color management with practical knowledge for print and web. The course is taught in a hands-on atmosphere with an emphasis on the different methods of output to various devices and their effect on the digitized image. (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 | 3 |
| Total Hours | 64 |
| Instruction Type | Credits and Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 2 Credits, 43 Hours |
| Lab | 1 Credit, 21 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
- Critical and Creative Thinking - Students will be able to demonstrate purposeful thinking with the goal of using a creative process for developing and building upon ideas and/or the goal of using a critical process for the analyzing and evaluating of ideas.
Course Competencies
- Differentiate among graphic formats.
- Explain the characteristics of fonts and font architectures.
- Explain the variables to consider prior to digitizing graphics.
- Utilize scanners for digital reproduction.
- Utilize digital camera for digital reproduction.
- Utilize industry-accepted software for projects.
- Prepare files for various outputs.
- Utilize the network and other storage devices for saving files.
- Explain the benefits and drawbacks of various storage devices.
- Interpret the principles of color vision.
- Explain attributes of the standard color wheel.
- Interpret various color models.
- Explain color management.
- Perform color management processes.
- Demonstrate industry-related work ethics and habits.
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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