critical issues in society. Research centers upon quantitative analysis employing mathematical and statistical methodology.
GNST 3500 — 3 UNITS
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATION
A course in effective organizational communication, with emphasis on advanced oral communication skills, including interviewing. Students examine the dynamics of individual and group communication as preparation for full-scaled, business-specific informative and persuasive speeches, in which they use computer technology, visual aids, and statistical data to enhance the impact and clarity of their presentations.
GNST 3600 — 3 UNITS
FUTURE TRENDS IN SOCIETY
Students explore the demographic trends, shifts in technology, and varied communication avenues of the current socioeconomic landscape as a means of anticipating the cultural expectations, values, and practices that give rise to new products, methods of marketing/communication, and business trends. Prerequisite: GNST 3400
GNST 3700 — 3 UNITS
MULTICULTURAL PERSPECTIVES THROUGH THE SHORT STORY
Through the literary vehicle of the short story, students examine issues of coexistence, integration, and assimilation in the international arena. In considering diversities such as race, ethnicity, class, family, gender, and language, they gain the tools for evaluating, with new awareness, their own identity and value system within a multicultural context.
GNST 3750 — 3 UNITS
MAPPING YOUR WORLD: INTRODUCTION TO GLOBAL PRODUCTION
An introduction to cultural geography, this course examines the global impact of physical environment, natural resources, and population distribution upon economic systems, manufacturing, and trade, with a focus on current geopolitical issues.
GNST 3800 — 3 UNITS
ICONS OF CULTURE: THE CONTEXT OF MEANING
Students explore universal design concepts underlying the applied arts, the decorative arts, and architecture/architectural form. Using the language of aesthetic analysis, they relate formal elements of color and structure, pattern and motif, and icon and symbol to the origins, development, and diffusion of a wide range of designed objects from many cultures and historical periods. In the process, they gain insight into the durability, adaptability, and resonance of concepts and images that have achieved iconic status in the world of design.
GNST 3900 — 3 UNITS
ISSUES IN CONTEMPORARY SOCIETY
A General Studies capstone course addressing current issues in social diversity, globalization,
business ethics, and civic responsibility. Students combine critical analysis, scientific inquiry, and technological skill to research and prepare a clear written and oral presentation on a challenging, advanced question of their own choosing. Prerequisite: GNST 3050
GRPH
GRPH 1000 — 3 UNITS
BEGINNING ADOBE
This course inspires and pushes beginning designers to learn the fundamentals of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Through hands-on projects students learn the digital tools to bring their visions to life. In practical application, students understand the difference between a vector and raster image as well as the proper workflows and digital hygiene within the Adobe Creative Suite.
GRPH 1050 — 3 UNITS
DIGITAL IMAGING
Students dive deep into the use of Adobe Photoshop to create high-quality image enhancements and photo composites. Students learn additional toolsets and explore more advanced features and improve their imaging skills. Prerequisite: TECH 1100
GRPH 1150 — 3 UNITS
TYPE & LAYOUT
This course introduces students to page layout using Adobe InDesign. Students learn the tools, menu bar, and palettes as they begin designing single and multi-page layouts. Through design exercises, students examine how grids serve as a structure for combining type and image.
GRPH 1300 — 3 UNITS
COMPUTER ILLUSTRATION
In this course students continue to build on their illustration skills with vector drawing techniques. From tracing artwork to creating entertaining infographics, more advanced uses of Adobe Illustrator are explored including the use of Libraries and custom palettes.
GRPH 1420 — 3 UNITS
2-D DESIGN
This course introduces the formal elements of line, shape, color, texture, and composition as well as the graphic principles of balance, scale, emphasis, repetition, and unity. Students also explore all aspects of two-dimensional design and imagery, which is essential to achieve a solid design.
GRPH 1720 — 3 UNITS
TYPOGRAPHY
This course explores the fundamental traditions of typography combined with computer technology. It provides the foundation from which students can develop both an understanding of typography and a personal aesthetic.