GRAPHIC ARTS & DESIGN 1                            

Recommendations: Basic math skills such as measurement, fractions, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division and percentages; exhibit appropriate workplace behaviors; ability to work independently and in group settings; understand and demonstrate safety concepts.

In this course, students will use their creativity and problem-solving skills to create original graphic and commercial art projects from concept, design, to implementation. Students utilize the Adobe Creative Cloud suite of products such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign to learn fundamentals of layout and design through hands-on projects. Sample topic areas include Introduction to Graphic Design, Typography, Advertising, Logo Design, Digital Photography, Photo Manipulation/Restoration, T-shirt Design, etc. Students are also introduced to the following printing and finishing operations: screen printing, vinyl cutting/solvent printing, digital output, wide format printing, and basic bindery. An emphasis is placed on professional conduct and work ethic. Hands-on experience is gained through instructor lessons/lectures, followed by a project based on that lesson.

Qualities of a Successful Student

Professionalism, respect, self-motivation and honesty

Basic reading/writing skills and be able to communicate with other students and instructor on a daily basis

Ability to work at a computer station for extended periods of time

Basic computer skills and knowledge

An interest and willingness to sketch and draw

Creative thinking skills and an appreciation for art and design

Good Attendance

Certifications Offered

NOCTI

OSHA 10-hour General Industry

College Opportunities

Dual enrollment with:

Eastern Maine Community College

Husson University

GRAPHIC ARTS & DESIGN 2                                        

Prerequisites: Students who have successfully completed Graphic Arts & Design 1 may apply.  Applications will be considered based on a CATC rubric. Second-year students should be skilled in time management and should be self-directed and self-motivated.

Students enrolled in this second-level course will improve their design and printing skills through the production of jobs for non-profit organizations and schools. Students will complete higher-level projects that have been built on the basic skills learned in Graphic Arts & Design 1.  Advanced topics will include business identity package, 4-color t-shirt design, and production, multi-color vinyl decal design and production, etc.  Additional coursework will be tailored to individual interests.  Students in Graphic Arts & Design 2 will also apply and demonstrate their skills by assisting first-level students as mentors.

Certifications Offered

NOCTI

OSHA 10-hour General Industry