COMM 3720Graphi Design Tools

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This course introduces students to the basic tools of Adobe Photoshop CC, Illustrator CC, InDesign CC, and Acrobat CC. These are the primary tools of professional graphic designers worldwide. Using project-based learning, this course will assist the student to acquire and develop skills that lay the foundation for producing print-and/or screen-ready communications. Material includes graphic design elements and principles, appropriate typeface choices and visuals, and utilizing learning production development skills (project scheduling, peer review, and redesign), in order to communicate visually in an effective manner to a specific target audience. Prerequisites: COMM 1110, ENGL 1102. (Offered as needed)