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Academic Program Model
Academic Program Model
Desktop Publishing (CRT.DPGD)
This certificate provides skills and knowledge to prepare students for entry level positions in the desktop publishing field. With a knowledge of desktop publishing software tools along with basic web technology and office software, graduates may fill various entry level positions in the desktop publishing field.
Program requirements may change over time. Specific degree/graduation requirements are determined by a degree audit.
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
Hours
CIS-088
Adobe Photoshop
CIS-088
Adobe Photoshop
This course introduces the basics of Photoshop, an image-editing program. These basics include working with layers, selections, color adjustment, paint tools, filters, and type transforming. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
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3.0
CIS-092
Adobe Illustrator
CIS-092
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Illustrator software, a PostScript-based drawing program, is used to create sophisticated artwork which can be imported into other programs for further manipulation. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
+
3.0
CIS-099
Introduction to Web Technology
CIS-099
Introduction to Web Technology
This introductory course teaches web page design principles, including proper use of HTML5 and CSS3 and introductory JavaScript.
Prerequisites: CIS 040 or equivalent experience
Course Outline
3.0
CIS-160
Practical Software Applications
CIS-160
Practical Software Applications
Provides an opportunity for students to learn computer concepts and to use word processing, spreadsheet, database management, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
3.0
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BUS, CIS or ITT Elective
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BUS, CIS or ITT Elective
No Description Available
*
**
3.0
Semester Totals
15.0
Second Semester
CIS-090
Adobe InDesign
CIS-090
Adobe InDesign
Adobe InDesign is a graphic design software used to create design layouts. Students will integrate text, graphics, photos, and other elements to create documents. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
+++
3.0
CIS-051
Designing for the Web
CIS-051
Designing for the Web
Tools, techniques, design workflow process and design theory for creating well-designed, interactive web sites utilizing Adobe Dreamweaver. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
*
+++
3.0
ITT-053
Digital Media Arts
ITT-053
Digital Media Arts
An introduction to using digital technology to produce artistic creations on the computer. Students will learn basic art theories of design, color, typography, and visual elements and how to apply them in a digital environment.
Course Outline
*
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3.0
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BUS, CIS or ITT Elective
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BUS, CIS or ITT Elective
No Description Available
*
**
6.0
Semester Totals
15.0
Total Program Hours
30.0
Suggested Electives
CIS-056
Advanced Software Applications
CIS-056
Advanced Software Applications
Covers topics in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
*
3.0
BUS-247
Principles of Marketing
BUS-247
Principles of Marketing
Covers the selection of target markets; the controllable variables of the marketing mix including product, place, price and promotion; and the uncontrollable variables including legal environment, economic environment and cultural environment.
Course Outline
3.0
BUS-094
Business Math
BUS-094
Business Math
Covers basic applications of mathematics in the business world percentages, elementary algebra, purchasing, selling, interest, future value, present value, etc. It is designed to reinforce and expand business concepts held by the student through the use of mathematics.
Course Outline
3.0
BUS-142
Introduction to Business
BUS-142
Introduction to Business
Covers the objectives, organization, and role of business in the free-enterprise system. The course is designed to provide an overview of the field of business and to provide a framework into which specialized fields may be studied.
Course Outline
3.0
CIS-058
Spec Software Applications
CIS-058
Spec Software Applications
Students handle office activities and use career-related software such as a computerized accounting system, desktop publishing, powerpoint, form management, calculator, medical scheduling and invoicing, and legal document preparation. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
*
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3.0
BUS-141
Business Communications
BUS-141
Business Communications
Provides students practical strategies for improving written and oral communication, including employment communication, in business settings.
Course Outline
3.0
CIS-156
Computer Logic
CIS-156
Computer Logic
This course is an introduction to basic computer programming terms and concepts. JavaScript is used to illustrate variables, conditional statements, functions, loops, and arrays. (Repeatable 3 Times)
Course Outline
3.0
CIS-049
Content Management Systems
CIS-049
Content Management Systems
This course covers the creation and maintenance of a website using a content management system. Hands-on coursework includes applying plugins, building blogs, theme development, user account setup, and management. (Repeatable 3 times)
Course Outline
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2.0
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