VCOM 2710 — 3 UNITS
3-D STUDIO
An in-depth approach to 3-D design. Students learn intermediate to advanced features using computer-generated 3-D imagery. Students demonstrate an understanding of elements typical in 3-D production including line, shape, color, texturing, composition, rendering, and digital enhancing techniques. Prerequisite: VCOM 2370
VCOM 2780 — 3 UNITS
PORTFOLIO PREPARATION & PRESENTATION
This class assists students in preparing and developing a professional portfolio of their work. Students learn to deliver presentations with practical techniques on how to structure the material to be presented, create visual aids, and speak with confidence. Prerequisites: VCOM 2370, VCOM 2460
VCOM 2810 — 3 UNITS
EXPERIENTIAL TECHNIQUES IN THE VISUAL WORLD
This class emphasizes the importance of creating exciting experiences to engage customers in the way they interact with products, places, and environments. An emphasis is placed on the analysis of the use and effectiveness of existing as well as researching the direction of technologies to create customer experiences of the future. "Blue Sky" ideation allows students to think creatively in developing a future vision. Students visit technology
companies, forward thinking retailers, and nontraditional retail spaces to explore the possibilities of new ways to engage the consumer. Prerequisites: VCOM 2370, VCOM 2460
VCOM 2820 — 3 UNITS
FASHION STYLING & COORDINATION
A course which explores job options and the process for both finding work and preparing for a shoot or event. Students survey the work of important contemporary designers, photographers, and stylists. The class culminates in a fashion shoot. Prerequisite: VCOM 2130
VCOM 2840 — 3 UNITS
ENTREPRENEURSHIP FOR VISUAL PRESENTATION
Students understand the marketing and financial data essential to making informed business decisions. Basic financial statements and their interpretation, cost analysis, and relationship to the visual communications industry are included. Prerequisite: VCOM 2820
VCOM 2950 — 3 UNITS
INTERNSHIP
Through on-the-job training, students gain valuable insight as they apply theory and skills learned in the classroom to actual work situations and explore career options. An internship blends theory and practice, combining academic training with employment in fields related to their course of study.