ART 171Introduction to Digital Art

Grossmont College · 3 credits · UGRD

Catalog

Introductory studio course into the fundamental theories, concepts and practices of digital art production. The course provides for an in-depth study and experimentation in various digital visualization theories and processes used in the visual arts. Topics include integration of traditional design, color, and compositional principles with contemporary digital tools and emerging technologies. Lectures, demonstration, and practice with digital technology as artistic tools in a variety of mediums, including digital illustration and painting, digital photography and image manipulation, typography and page layout, digital animation and/or time-based media. (CSU/UC) (AA/AS-3) ***A required fee of $20 will be charged for materials.

Recent sections

Fall 2026 · 3 sections

Section	Days & time	Location	Instructor
1104Class #1104-ART-171-1104	Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)Aug 24 – Dec 21	Distance Education/Online WEB	Caballes, C
1104 notes: Section 1104 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp] ZTC Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.

2852Class #2852-ART-171-2852	Distance Education/Online WEB (Internet 100%)Oct 19 – Dec 21	Distance Education/Online WEB	Caballes, C; Sandroni, A
2852 notes: Section 2852 is a fully online course offered on the internet (WEB) and does not meet on specific days/times. Familiarity with computers, Internet required. For more information, email the instructor. [https://www.gcccd.edu/staffdirectory/search.asp] ZTC Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.

9487Class #9487-ART-171-9487	Tuesday, Thursday 12:30 PM - 1:10 PM Bldg 20 105 (Lecture)Tuesday, Thursday 12:30 PM - 1:10 PM 1:10 PM - 3:25 PM Bldg 20 105 (Laboratory/Studio/Activity)Aug 24 – Dec 21	Bldg 20 105	Guerrero, M
9487 notes: ZTC Zero Textbook Cost section: This course does not require purchase of a textbook and may use free Open Educational Resources (OER) or free textbook alternatives.