MGD - Multimedia Graphic Design

Courses

MGD 1002: Introduction to Multimedia

Credits 3
Introduces the basic components of multimedia: text, graphics, animation, sound, and video. Students gain an introductory knowledge of various multimedia and design software programs. Students gain hands-on, technical, conceptual and aesthetic experience pertaining to the creation of multi-dimensional design and time-based media via an array of projects and demonstrations. Students will be introduced to career opportunities within multimedia fields.

MGD 1004: Videography

Credits 3
Offers an introduction to the principles and techniques of videotape production, including camera operation, basic script writing, lighting, sound and basic digital editing. Detailed examination of the pre-production, production, and post-production processes, as well as aesthetics, will be included.

MGD 1011: Adobe Photoshop I

Credits 3
Concentrates on the high-end capabilities of Adobe Photoshop as an illustration, design and photo retouching tool. Students explore a wide range of selection and manipulation techniques that can be applied to photos, graphics and videos. Course competencies and outline follow those set out by the Adobe Certified Associate exam in Visual Communication using Adobe Photoshop.

MGD 1012: Adobe Illustrator I

Credits 3
Concentrates on the high-end capabilities of Adobe Illustrator as an illustration, design, and vector drawing tool. Students learn how to use the tools to create digital artwork that can be used in web design, print media, and digital screen design. Course competencies and outline follow those set by the Adobe certified Associate exam in Visual Communication using Adobe Illustrator.

MGD 1013: Adobe InDesign

Credits 3
Introduces students to InDesign, a page layout program which integrates seamlessly with other Adobe design programs. InDesign delivers creative freedom and productivity to DTP. Class discussions and independent projects supplement hands-on classroom work.

MGD 1015: Typography & Layout

Credits 3

Covers the creation and production of graphic projects, emphasizing the layout creative design process, problem solving, and research. Provides experience producing thumbnails, roughs and digital layouts emphasizing refined creative typography.

MGD 1025: 3D Modeling for Game

Credits 3

Introduces basic 3D modeling and rendering features of a specific 3D modeling software. Students will understand 3D geometry, model management, creating materials, material editor effects, beginning photo-realistic rendering, project management, basic rendering concepts and archiving projects. Students will understand how to use modeling translators, file formats, and conversion applications to move models from the modeling application for use in a gaming application, gaming engine or gaming environment.

MGD 1030: Media Analytics I

Credits 3
Explores how media consumers practice data literacy. Historical context is used to help explain the current state of media analytics. This course focuses on common media analytics practices, different organizations using media analytics, ethical issues, relevant laws, and data collected from digital devices.

MGD 1033: Graphic Design I

Credits 3

Focuses upon the study of design layout and conceptual elements concerning graphic design projects such as posters, advertisements, logos, and brochures.

MGD 1041: Web Design I

Credits 3
Introduces web site planning, design and creation utilizing HTML through industry-standard development tools [may list specific software]. Emphasis is placed on applying stylistic decisions using cascading style sheets. Web-based considerations regarding color, typography, aesthetics, user interface design, and process integration with visual-based design tools will be explored.

MGD 1043: Motion Graphic Design I: Adobe Animate CC

Credits 3
Explores the creation of animation and dynamic media for web and multimedia applications, conforming to professional standards. Emphasizes the manipulation of time-based media using key-frames, tweens and other technologies related to the specific software being utilized. Also examines the use of scripts to trigger timeline events and create basic interactive behavior.

MGD 1064: Digital Editing

Credits 3

Introduces to digital non-linear video editing. Students will capture, compress, edit, and manipulate video images using a personal computer. Assembly techniques including media management, editing tools, titles, and motion control; transitions and filters, and special effects are explored.

MGD 2027: Marcomm Practices

Credits 3
Explores techniques and approaches in the practice of marketing communications (Marcomm), including advertising; branding; direct marketing; packaging; promotion; publicity; sponsorship; public relations; sales; online marketing; social media marketing; and more. Focuses on understanding the relationships between the different components of marketing communications to achieve maximum message effect.

MGD 2030: Media Analytics II

Credits 3
Explores how media designers practice data literacy, including opportunities to use industry-relevant concepts by practicing basic skills in media analytics. This course focuses on data collection, data analysis, different forms of data, media design, project management, and strategic decision-making.

MGD 2041: Web Design II

Credits 3
Expands on previously learned fundamentals of HTML introducing cascading style sheets, DHTML, JavaScript's and CGI forms. Color usage and interface design principles are emphasized in this course. In this course we'll examine Websites that employ more complex structures, optimal site architecture and navigation necessary for larger and more complex sites.

MGD 2051: Multimedia Motion and Sound

Credits 3
Develops student competency in modifying, designing, and creating 2-D and 3-D animations and recording and editing sound clips, narration, and music. Students will also work with video capture and editing software and hardware.

MGD 2059: Management and Production

Credits 3
Examines development of multimedia from a production standpoint. The process of transforming conceptual designs into actual projects is explored. Students study the management function of those tasks associated with the business end of development. Teamwork is emphasized throughout the course.

MGD 2068: Business for Creatives

Credits 3

Presents a guide to freelance work and a study of business practices and procedures and models unique to creative occupations (graphic design, web design, animation, fine arts). Discussion includes determining charges, business forms, business planning, tax structure, licenses and registration, self-promotion (resume, website, portfolio, business identity package). Course may include visits by professionals in the field and discussion of career opportunities in a quickly changing career field.