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The program course requirements are presented in sequence. Part-time students and others who cannot follow this sequence should check course descriptions in the catalog to determine prerequisites and should consult their academic advisor regarding the order in which they take classes.

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Associate of
Applied Science
Information Technology
Graphic and Web Design

This two-year degree prepares students for a career in computer graphics and/or web design. Students learn techniques to build a web site using proper design principles and to create and edit graphics using both film and digital formats.

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Required Core - 60 Total Credits

First Year - Fall Semester (15) Credits
CAPP 120 CAPP 120 - Introduction to Computers This course emphasizes the practical aspects of today's computing environment. Instruction includes the basic computer architecture and operation, hardware, operating systems, network communication, ethical issues associated with computers, and aspects of integrated software with an emphasis on business applications. Co-requisite: CAPP 120A Introduction to Computer Applications.	Intro to Computers (3)
WRIT	Written Communications Core (3)
ARTZ 105 ARTZ 105 - Visual Language - Drawing This course will introduce students to basic ideas, issues, and skills in the areas of drawing, two-dimensional design, composition, and value through a series of problem-solving activities. Students will also heighten their awareness of the visual world.	Visual Language - Drawing (3)
BMKT 225 BMKT 225 - Marketing This course covers the fundamental principles of marketing including the marketing mix, target markets, consumer behavior, marketing research and marketing plans.	Marketing (3)
M 108 M 108 - Business Mathematics This course is a study of math and terminology used by business and industry. The course will begin with a review of the fundamental principles of arithmetic and percentages. Payroll, bank records, interest, notes, discounts, markup, inventory, depreciation, and stocks and bonds will be covered. This course does not fulfill General Education requirements for the AA/AS degree. Prerequisite: appropriate placement score or concurrent enrollment in NC 021 Supplemental Instruction/Academic Support for Mathematics. For those in NC 021, attendance and participation in NC 021 will be reported to your M 108 instructor for consideration in your M 108 grade.	Business Math (3)
COMX 111 COMX 111 - Intro to Public Speaking This course is intended to help students develop skills in speaking, organizing thoughts, and listening. Major emphasis is placed on the preparation and presentation of formal speeches.	Intro to Public Speaking (3)

First Year - Spring Semester (15) Credits
PHOT 113 PHOT 113 - Understanding Photography This course is designed to familiarize students with the function of the camera, use of film, and production of black and white prints. Basic techniques of film processing and printing from negative images are covered. Attention is paid to the use of adjustable 35mm or 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 cameras and enlargers. Emphasis is on the craft of photography.	Understanding Photography (3)
ARTZ 106 ARTZ 106 - Visual Language - 2-D Foundations This course is an introduction to the design elements of line, shape, form, value, color, texture, and space; and design principles of balance, movement, rhythm, contrast, emphasis, pattern, and unity. These basic elements and principles of design form the structures that underlie most visual arts, whether commercial arts or fine arts.	Visual Language - 2-D Foundations (3)
GDSN 145 GDSN 145 - Introduction to Web Design This course provides fundamental instruction on creating, editing, and enhancing Internet web sites. Students will gain hands-on experience that includes internet navigation and communication, web page creation using basic HTML/XHTML code and Adobe Dreamweaver, publishing web pages to the World Wide Web, and web site management and maintenance. Prerequisite: CAPP120—Introduction to Computers.	Introduction to Web Design (3)
WRIT 122 WRIT 122 - Intro to Business Writing This course is designed to teach students how to write better routine business correspondence. The basic concepts of letter, memo, and report writing are taught. Emphasis is on composing at the keyboard, given different office situations and following oral and written instruction. While grounded in solid business communication fundamentals, this course takes a strong workplace activity orientation, which helps students connect what they learn to what they do or will do on the job. Grammar and punctuation will be reviewed and emphasis on business usage. Pre-requisite: WRIT 095 Developmental Writing or a score of 70 or higher on the Compass Placement test.	Intro to Business Writing (3)
	or
WRIT	Written Communications Core Requirement (3)
	Elective (3)

Second Year - Fall Semester (15) Credits
CSCI 107 CSCI 107 - Joy and Beauty of Computing This course examines the computing field and how it impacts the human condition. The instructor introduces exciting ideas and influential people. The course provides a gentle introduction to computational thinking using the Python programming language.	Joy and Beauty of Computing (3)
MART 213 MART 213 - Photoshop and Illustrator This course covers the fundamentals of creating a variety of documents using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Practical application of skill is emphasized.	Photoshop and Illustrator (3)
GDSN 240 GDSN 240 - Electronic Design I This course presents an introduction to software applications used for electronic media. Topics covered will include a drawing and manipulating shapes and symbols, creating animations, making interactive documents, working with bitmaps and gradients, publishing, using animation components and video. The student will gain knowledge of web animation through hands-on instruction. Prerequisite: GDSN145—Introduction to Web Design.	Electronic Design I (3)
COMX 106 COMX 106 - Communicating in a Dynamic Workplace Students will study human behavior and personality, self-management, self-development, and elementary business psychology. Classroom focus is on career planning and job search: students will develop skills to prepare resumes, cover letters, and other communications involved in obtaining a job. This class is a requirement for the Professional-Technical programs.	Communicating in a Dynamic Workplace (2)
	Elective (3)

Second Year - Spring Semester (15) Credits
CSCI 210 CSCI 210 - Web Programming This course covers the fundamentals of the languages PHP, Perl and MySQL. Course content will feature the use of these open source programming languages to create websites, fun games and controlling database engines in MySQL, SQL, PHPMyAdmin and Access. Pre-requisite: CSCI 110 Programming with Visual Basic I.	Web Programming (4)
MART 214 MART 214 - Digital Publishing and Design This course covers the fundamentals of creating a variety of publications using Adobe Indesign including typography usage and terminology, with the aid of Photoshop for graphic manipulation. Students will develop layout and design solutions to problems presented in class. Practical application of skills is emphasized. Digital Publishing and Design is a required course for the AAS degree in Information Technology.	Digital Publishing and Design (3)
CSCI 111 CSCI 111 - Programming with Java I This course is an introduction to the Java programming language. Topics include program design, analysis, and implementation in Java, including I/O, assignment, decision, iteration, scalar types, arrays, control structures, methods, classes, and common data types. Pre-requisite: CSCI 110 Programming with Visual Basic I.	Programming with Java I (3)
	Elective (6)

Electives

ARTH 101 ARTH 101 - Foundations of Art ARTH 101 provides experience with two- and three-dimensional materials and techniques appropriate for elementary teachers. This course focuses on providing students with resources for teaching art in the elementary classroom and designing and implementing lesson plans for the elementary classroom.	Foundations of Art (3)
CAPP 156 CAPP 156 - MS Excel This is an intermediate-level course using Excel as a tool for calculation, analysis, and reporting through applications and exercises. A hands-on approach is used to enhance students' working knowledge of work sheets. Prerequisite: CAPP 120/120A Introduction to Computers & Applications.	MS Excel (3)
ITS 280 ITS 280 - Computer Repair & Maintenance The primary purpose of this course is to prepare students to troubleshoot and repair microcomputer systems. This goal is achieved through a three-part effort: (1) theory presentation with regular assessment; (2) hands-on operation and exploration in lab experiments; and (3) troubleshooting applications in the lab. Hands-on training includes, but not limited to, servicing microcomputers and portable devices, identification, installation, and configuration of microprocessors, memory, system boards, power supplies and disk drives. The emphasis of this course is both the hardware and operating systems for the current CompTia A+ Certification test/s. held a Pearson VUE testing site. Which can be found at http://www8.pearsonvue.com/.	Computer Repair & Maintenance (4)
BGEN 235 BGEN 235 - Business Law The course provides a fundamental knowledge of the legal, ethical, and professional business environments. Contract law, property law, crimes, torts, and organizational forms are the core areas covered.	Business Law (3)
BMKT 240 BMKT 240 - Advertising This course is an overview of the core advertising concepts including brand communication, creative messages, media’s role in advertising, public relations, integrated marketing communications and advertising plans.	Advertising (3)

ARTZ 221 ARTZ 221 - Painting I This course will introduce students to basic ideas, issues, and skills in the areas of painting, two-dimensional design, composition, and color. Color theory, linear perspective, pictorial composition, figure/ground relationships, visual perception, spatial concepts, and critical thinking skills will all be emphasized. Students will also heighten their awareness of the visual world. This course fulfills 3 credits of the Humanities requirement of the Humanities Core Area of the Miles Community College General Education requirements.	Painting I (3)
CAPP 151 CAPP 151 - MS Office This is an intermediate-level course using the Windows Vista operating system and an integrated software package with emphasis on the business environment. The approach is a hands-on experience creating more complex documents, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, publications, web pages, and pictures. Prerequisite: CAPP 120/120A Introduction to Computers & Applications.	MS Office (3)
ITS 165 ITS 165 - OS Commands and Scripts This course examines the role of operating system software and various user interfaces including the use of virtual machines. The curriculum focuses on using both a command line interface and a graphical user interface for system management tasks, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and disaster recovery.	OS Commands and Scripts (3)
CAPP 158 CAPP 158 - MS Access This is an intermediate-level course presenting computerized database management and design with emphasis on the relational concepts. Topics covered include hands-on experience creating, querying, and maintaining databases; presenting information using reports and forms; and integrating data with other software programs. Prerequisite: CAPP 120/120A Introduction to Computers and Applications.	MS Access (3)
ITS 298	Internship (3)

Upon completion of this program students will be able to:

Demonstrate basic understanding of graphic editing software and graphic file formats;

Create simple and complex publications;

Demonstrate basic use of typography;

Apply basic design principles to publications;

Recognize and edit HTML code;

Design a web site using a HTML editor;

Implement web animation and motion graphics;

Publish and maintain a website;

Understand ethical responsibilities linked to graphic and web design.

A.A.S. Information Technology - Graphic and Web Design

Required Core - 60 Total Credits