t h e c o l l e g e at r i n d g e documentaries, experimental projects, music videos, production logos, movie titles, or animated lower third graphics. Course will provide an overview of animation history and techniques from traditional animators in the silent era to modern-day computer animators. Students will experience all stages of the animation process from pre-production (storyboarding, scripting) to production (coloring and texturing, lighting, keyframing) and post-production (rendering, editing, sound design). Prerequisites: MC230 or GC272, or permission of instructor. GC404 Graphic Design IV 3 credits The preparation of a portfolio reflecting a range of graphic design applications based on the student’s strengths and interests, professional standards, and post-graduate goals. Work completed in all courses taken at Franklin Pierce will be considered as to its relevance and appropriateness in a professionally valuable portfolio. Adherence to deadlines and high quality results are strongly emphasized. Addresses GLE Learning Outcomes Arts & Design (AD), Creative Thinking (CV) and Problem Solving (PS). Prerequisites: GC303, GC492, and senior standing. Spring only GC491 Introduction to Internship 3 credits This course is taken during the fall semester of the junior year. It provides the tools and skills needed for seeking and securing internship employment such as resumé and cover letter writing, job searching, and interviewing skills. The student’s portfolio will be extensively developed considering work created in all Franklin Pierce courses, with an eye toward its impact on prospective employers. To this end, critical analysis and thinking skills will be utilized in the examination of writings, trade articles, and blogs by active professionals from the graphic design field. Electronic alternatives to a physical portfolio will be explored. Prerequisites: Graphic Communications major and junior class standing or permission of instructor. GC492 Internship Capstone 3 credits Most students will complete a minimum of 240 hours of employment during the summer between their junior and senior years. This course, GC492, taken during the fall semester of the senior year, is intended to provide a means for students’ self-evaluation, assessment of the internship employment, and the opportunity to revise and update their resumés to reflect their work experience and prepare for post-graduation career goals. Prerequisites: GC491 and senior class standing or permission of instructor. GC299, 399, 499 Independent Study in Graphic Communications 2–6 credits each Offers an opportunity to explore an area of study not included in the catalog listing of approved courses. The topic of an Independent Study should be selected and carefully designed by the student and faculty sponsor, and must meet with the approval of the Division Chair. Normally, the student will be expected to have a cumulative grade point average of 3.00 and possess the appropriate background and interest to pursue the proposed area of study. A “Proposal for Independent Study” form may be obtained from the Registrar or from the office of the Division Chair. Independent Study courses are assigned numbers of 299, 399 or 499, depending on the level of the course.
Health Sciences (HSC) Professors: Frank Hubacz, Paul M. Kotila, Jacques Veilleux (Biology) Associate Professors: Susan E. Arruda, Andrew Hatchett, Emlee C. Kohler, Rhine Singleton Assistant Professors: Thomas Bennett
A Bachelor of Science degree is offered in Health Sciences
The mission of the Health Sciences Major is to prepare students for entry into graduate programs including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant, Medical School, Dental School, Veterinary School and others. The wide variety of course offerings will also allow students to explore careers in public health agencies, research, healthcare management, science writing, elder services, health education, wellness services, human 147