DDM 229 - Portfolio - Professional Practices

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

DDM 220

Course Description: Discusses the opportunities in the various fields of Web design, and graphic design. Students will be guided in the preparation of digital portfolios of their work, in the development of resumes, a personal identity system for a business cards, letterheads and envelopes, and cover letters to prospective employers. Students will learn practical interviewing techniques, job search “netiquette,” and how to position themselves using online professional networking sites. The intent will be to prepare students to enter the design field with a confident and professional attitude. Additional lab hours required.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Identify the fields of disciplines in graphic design, its practices and careers. Demonstrate the creative design process.
CLO#2: Learn to apply self-motivation along with time management skills to accomplish a calendar of completion dates for projects. (ILO: Critical Thinking)
CLO#3: Identify career opportunities and demonstrate how to self-promote.
CLO#4: Develop professional communications skills through speaking and writing.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Access to the Internet and a personal computer with Adobe® CC (or access to the college computer labs). 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 (60) and a standard RCC delivery of (66) lecture/lab hours per term, not to exceed (72) hours per term.