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Computer Graphics and Visualization Careers

Program Requirements

• Computer Graphics and Visualization AS Degree
• Visualization Technology AAS Degree
• Visualization Technology Certificate
• Web Design Certificate

Computer Graphics and Visualization AS Degree

Program Requirements
Course		Cr
CIST 2570	Digital Photography 1	2
CIST 2572	Computer Animation 1	2
CIST 2573	Computer Animation 2	2
CIST 2586	Digital Sound	2
CIST 2587	Digital Video Production	2
CSCI 1410	Computer Science and Information Systems	4
CIST 1443	Dreamweaver 1	2
CIST 1448	Flash 1	2
CSCI 1450	Web Fundamentals/HTML	4
CIST 1483	Photoshop 1	2
CIST 1484	Photoshop 2	2
CSCI 1521	Structure of Computer Programming 1	4
CSCI 2600	Computer Graphics 1	4
	Subtotal	34
	General Education Requirements	30
	Total Program Credits	64

Visualization Technology AAS Degree

Program Requirements
Course		Cr
CSCI 1410	Computer Science and Information Systems	4
CSCI 1450	Web Fundamentals/HTML	4
CSCI 2600	Computer Graphics 1	4
CIST 1443	Dreamweaver 1	2
CIST 1444	Dreamweaver 2	2
CIST 1448	Flash 1	2
CIST 1449	Flash 2	2
CIST 1483	Photoshop 1	2
CIST 1484	Photoshop 2	2
CIST 1526	QuarkXpress	2
CIST 2562	Illustrator	3
CIST 2566	InDesign	3
CIST 2569	Digital Portfolio Development	2
CIST 2570	Digital Photography 1	2
CIST 2587	Digital Video 1	2
CIST 2588	Digital Video 2	2
	Subtotal	40
	General Education Requirements	20
	Total Program Credits	60

Visualization Technology Certificate

This certificate program is a series of entry level courses that are poart of the Visualization Technology AAS degree at Saint Paul College. The certificate option is available for students who may not choose to complete the entire AAS degree and gain some experience with courses used in computer graphics, particularly courses in the Adobe software suite. This would be a new certificate option for Saint Paul College.

Program Requirements
Course		Cr
CIST 1443	Dreamweaver 1	2
CIST 1448	Flash 1	2
CIST 1484	Photoshop 1	2
CIST 2562	Illustrator	3
CIST 2566	InDesign	3
CIST 2570	Digital Photography 1	2
CSCI 2600	Computer Graphics 1	4
	Subtotal	18
	General Education Requirements (any ARTS courses may be taken)	3
	Total Program Credits	21

Web Design Certificate

Program Requirements
Course		Cr
CIST 2570	Digital Photography 1	2
CIST 1443	Dreamweaver 1	2
CIST 1448	Flash 1	2
CSCI 1450	Web Fundamentals/HTML	4
CSCI 1470	Web Design	4
CSCI 2440	Internet Programming 1 – Client Side	4
	Total Program Credits	18

Course Descriptions

CIST 1443 Dreamweaver 1

This course explores the basics of Dreamweaver MX. Topics include file organization, the Dreamweaver MX interface, site control, images, text, linking pages, ordered, unordered and defined lists, color schemes, tables and basic layouts. The focus of this course is to introduce the student to Dreamweaver MX and develop a simple Web site using the techniques learned. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 1444 Dreamweaver 2

This course explores the more advanced topics of Dreamweaver including frames, rollovers, cascading style sheets, HTML, forms, DHTML, automation, sounds, templates and libraries and troubleshooting. It is recommended that students taking this course have taken CIST 1443 or its equivalent. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 1448 Adobe Flash 1

This course introduces the student to Macromedia Flash MX. Topics include common Flash tasks, the Flash interface, setting up, modifying, navigating Flash documents, creating simple graphics, working with text, working with bitmaps and building professional graphics. This is a hands-on course where the students will develop a project using the knowledge gained in class. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 1449 Adobe Flash 2

This course takes you beyond the basics of CIST 1448. Topics include adding sounds to Flash MX, publishing movies, layer editing, Action Script, importing Quick Time movies into Flash MX and creating 3-D effects in Flash. This is a hands-on course where the students will develop a project using knowledge gained in class. It is recommended that students taking this course have taken CSCI 1448 or its equivalent. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 1483 Photoshop 1

This course introduces the student to Adobe Photoshop 7. Topics include the Photoshop interface, hardware and software requirements, file formats, pixels, vectors, resolution, color theory, Photoshop color management, masks, type and topography, painting tools and brushes, layers and layer styles, filters, extract, liquefy and the pattern maker. This is a hands-on course where the students will develop a project using the knowledge gained in class. (Prerequisite(s): CSCI 1420 or equivalent knowledge) 2C/2/0/0

CIST 1484 Photoshop 2

This course is a continuation of CSCI 1483 Photoshop 1. Topics include image composition, retouching, composting, ImageReady, Web design, print and prepress, actions, and automation. This is a hands-on course where the students will develop a project using knowledge gained in class. (Prerequisite(s): CIST 1483 Photoshop 1 or equivalent knowledge) 2C/2/0/0

CIST 1526 Quark Xpress

This course introduces the student to Quark Xpress software and its use in computer graphics and page design. The student will experiment with various layout techniques using this software tool that can be applied to various digital and analog mediums. Focus on the use of color both in relation to computer displays and printed media will be explored in detail. In addition, students will learn how Quark Xpress integrates with other industry standard tools such as Adobe Acrobat. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 2562 Illustrator

In Illustrator, the student will work with Adobe Illustrator CS3 elements, understand the Adobe Illustrator workspace, customize the workspace, understand how to use the varioushelp facilities provided, use the navigator panel, demonstrate selecting and aligning, use of magic wands, group items, work with shapes, drawings, and demonstrate the use of various drawing tools, demonstrate various transformation techniques including scaling, reflecting, rotating, distorting, shearing, changing perspective, make multiple transformations and how to position objects, demonstrate proficiency using the pen tool, work with color and painting, work with type, and layers. Upon completion of this course, the student will complete a final project using techniques from lessons learned. 3C/3/0/0

CIST 2566 InDesign

This class introduces the student to InDesisgn, looks at what’s new with Adobe InDesign CS3, takes the student on a tour of the InDesign including best workflow practices. Topics include document setup, working with frames, importing and editing text, typography, color and color management, and working with styles, importing and linking graphics, creating, importing, and formatting tables, working with transparency, working with long documents, output, and PDF exporting, and using XML. Upon completion, the student will demonstrate their mastery of the material by completing a final class project. 3C/3/0/0

CIST 2569 Digital Portfolio Development

This course teaches the student how to create a portfolio. In this course, the students will create a digital (web based) and hard copy (paper) portfolio. Topics will include portfolio definitions, design, types, goals, content, organization, and presentation showing their creative talents to an audience of peers, instructors, and industry professionals. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 2570 Digital Photography 1

This course introduces the student to digital photography and relates it to Web design advantages of digital photography, advantages of analog photography, hybrid digital photography, maximizing image definition, utilizing camera features, light, composition, on-location shooting, studio shooting, useful photo accessories, computer requirements, converting analog to digital, cataloging and managing images, and choosing an image editing program. This is a hands-on course where the students will develop a project using the knowledge gained in class. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 2572 Computer Animation 1

This course introduces students to the 3-D Studio Max interface, workflow, coordinating systems, layers, setup, startup files, 2-D primitive shapes, object naming, sub-object levels, vertex tangency, modifiers, lofting, 3-D primitives, editable poly, HSDS modifiers, displacement mapping, camera types, creating and adjusting cameras, camera composition, camera movement, and lighting methods. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 2573 Computer Animation 2

This course builds on Computer Animation 1 discussing photometric lights, material editor, maps, mapping coordinates, key frame animation, controllers, constraints, hierarchical linking, reactor dynamics, practice flow and effects. As a final project, students will demonstrate their ability to use the techniques covered in class. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 2586 Digital Sound

This course teaches students how to create and edit digital sound for use in computer animation. Topics include analog and digital sound techniques and equipment, analog to digital conversion, basic sound editing, formats and sound conversion, digital to analog conversion, and basic sound effect techniques for use in computer animation. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 2587 Digital Video

This course covers video production techniques. All phases of video production will be covered including pre-production, production and post-production with focus on creating digital video. Topics include screenwriting, photography, drawing, story concept, characters, plots, themes, digital tools, generating original ideas, incorporating plot goals, creating the final story, creating original characters, themes and visual metaphors, developing visual styles, developing digital production styles, creating visually expressive characters, developing set designs, conceptual lighting design, developing color palette, narrative sound design, production story-editing choices, digitally enhanced storytelling techniques, using modern 2D animation to expand our realities and using 3D animation to show anything imaginable. 2C/2/0/0

CIST 2588 Digital Video 2

This course covers advanced video production techniques using various video editing tools in use within the industry. The primary tools to be covered in class will be Premier Pro by Adobe and Final cut Pro by Apple. Topics to be explored in both tools will include storyboarding, basic editing, advanced editing, video transitions, special effects, multi-track editing and importing/exporting various video formats. In addition, various audio editing and mixing techniques will be explored using both tools. A brief overview comparing the strengths and weaknesses of these two primary tools plus other standard video editing tools used in industry will be explored. (Prerequisite(s): CIST 2587 Digital Video 1) 2C/2/0/0

CSCI 1410 Computer Science & Information Systems

Designed to introduce Computer Information Systems to students in the fields of computer science and information science. The course will cover the basic architecture and design of digital computers and the software that runs on them. Special emphasis will be placed on the technical aspects of the field of computer science and a significant amount of time will be spent developing a sound analytical understanding of the field. Topics such as machine architecture, binary arithmetic, algorithm development, data structures, file organization, database design, systems analysis, data communication and systems software will be covered. Students must have a sound preparation in mathematics through basic algebra. 4C/4/0/0

CSCI 1450 Web Fundamentals/HTML

This course provides students with a thorough grounding in the World Wide Web, a fundamental knowledge of HTML, and a basic understanding of Internet technical architectures. Students learn about search engines, Web servers, scripting, protocols, ISPs, and other Internet technologies. Technical architecture topics include the study of networks, Internet protocols, Internet servers, firewalls, security, and general issues in conducting e-commerce. Students will design and program HTML Web pages, tutorials, and publish a Web site project. 4C/4/0/0

CSCI 1470 Web Design

This course explores the principles of Web design theory and practice. Concepts related to the look and feel of the client-side of the World Wide Web are emphasized. Topics include the design of a graphical user interface, site content, organization and navigation, with emphasis on the human interface. Also included are Web "usability" issues. Color palettes, font selection and use of animation are discussed. The use of HTML layout concepts and software such as PhotoShop and Dreamweaver introduced. (Prerequisite(s): Students enrolling in this course will benefit from prior experience with HTML and a thorough exposure to the Internet). 4C/4/0/0

CSCI 1521 Structure of Computer Programming 1

This course offers an introduction to the fundamental principles of programming and to different programming paradigms. Programming students will develop reasoning and abstraction skills needed for designing algorithms and programs. The course is taught using Java so some previous exposure to programming would be beneficial to students. (Prerequisite(s): CSCI 1410) 4C/4/0/0

CSCI 2440 Internet Programming 1 - Client Side

This course covers the skills needed to create dynamic, client-side web pages. Beginning with a refresher on the fundamentals of HTML 4.01, and web-page design, the course examines XHTML 1.0, and the separation of style and structure, supported by CSS (Cascading Style Sheets). Students work with client-side JavaScript, Dynamic HTML (DHTML), the DOM (Document Object Model), and selected other advanced topics. Class sessions include hands-on work and lectures, highlighted by the completion of a capstone project in which student teams develop a Website for a "real-life" client. Upon completion, graduates of this course will be prepared to take CIST 1455. (Prerequisite(s): Students should be able to demonstrate a working knowledge of HTML 4.01 with some prior Web Development experience.) 4C/4/0/0

CSCI 2600 Computer Graphics 1

Computer Graphics 1 introduces the student to the subject of computer graphics as a technical and creative medium. Topics include basic graphic programming, hardware, software applications, electronic storyboarding, electronic color theory, vector and raster graphics, electronic illustration, file types and formats, digital imaging, and digital printing. 4C/4/0/0

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