DDM 150 - Computer Illustration - Illustrator

3 Credit(s)

Course Description: Students develop competency in the creation of computer-generated illustrations. Includes instruction in creating vector graphics and techniques for logo design, as well as brochure, book, magazine, and advertising illustration. Adobe^® Illustrator is currently the application used in this course.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Identify and use basic Adobe^® Illustrator tools and functions to enhance and add interest to object oriented designs.
CLO#2: Demonstrate effective solutions for a range of design problems involving both conceptual and technical learning. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#3: Demonstrate team building skills, interpersonal skills, and project modification to meet a client’s needs.
CLO#4: Apply technology to publish digital illustrations for print and screen presentation.
CLO#5: Use Adobe^® Illustrator in concert with the other primary graphic design applications.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Access to the Internet and a personal computer with Adobe Illustrator CC (or access to the college computer labs) and Internet access plus thumb drives, online backup storage. This course requires some work to be printed on the printer in the computer lab

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of thirty (30) and a standard RCC delivery of (33) lecture hours per term, not to exceed (36) hours per term.