Computer Graphic Design—Web Design Certificate (CGWC) This certificate is for students with prior computer knowledge, business experience, or a degree in a computer-related field who wish to upgrade their skills designing interactive websites for personal or professional use. You will learn how to create well-designed websites using state-of-the-art multimedia labs and the most powerful web production tools including: HTML, DHTML, XML, Photoshop, Flash, Fireworks, and Dreamweaver. Number CGD101
Suggested Course Order Design Theory
Cr Semester 3
CGD104
Digital Imaging
3
CGD109 or Introduction to Web Media CIS 127 Computer Technologies
3
CGD110
Introduction to Animation
3
CGD112
Communication in Multimedia Design
3
CGD240
Creative Web Design I
3
CGD204/ PHO115
Advanced Digital Imaging or Digital Photography
3
CGD105
Electronic Illustration
3
CGW Professional Elective* 3 Total: 27 credits
Grade Prerequisites/Notes Prerequisites: ENG098, FYE101, RDG098, or placement; CGD104 (or co-requisite) Note: CGD101 should be taken in the fall Prerequisites: Basic computer skills; ENG098, FYE101, RDG098, or placement Note: CGD104 should be taken in the fall CGD Prerequisites: Basic computer skills; FYE101, RDG098, or placement CIS Prerequisites: ENG098, FYE101, RDG098, or placement Prerequisites: Basic computer skills; FYE101, RDG098, or placement Note: CGD110 should be taken in the fall CGD109 or CIS127 or beginning HTML and CSS strongly suggested Prerequisites: CGD109 or CIS127 or permission of division dean CGW majors: recommended CGD112 be taken concurrently with CGD240 Note: CGD240 should be taken in the spring CGD Prerequisites: CGD104 or permission of division dean PHO Prerequisites: Basic computer skills Prerequisites: ENG098, FYE101, RDG098, or placement Electives: See Professional Electives listed below
CGD235 Typography in Visual Communication PHO115 Digital Photography (if not previously taken) CGD241 Creative Web Design II Campus/format: A majority of this program can be completed during the day at the Gardner Campus. Transfer options: Courses in this program may be applied to MWCC‘s Computer Graphic Design – Web Design Degree. Special requirements: CGWC students should either have a computer at home with Internet access and the Adobe Creative Suite or be able to spend time outside of class in the graphic design computer labs where Internet access and the Creative Adobe Suite are provided. A grade of C or better is recommended for students taking CGD courses. Students should follow suggested course sequence since most courses are not offered out of sequence. Technical standards must be met with or without accommodations. Career options: Web designers may be employed by advertising agencies, design firms, marketing departments, commercial art, reproduction firms, and other businesses that maintain websites. Also, many web designers are self-employed. Earning potential: $30,600 to $53,310.
See page 111 of the college catalog for technical standards. *CGW Professional Electives (Please consult with an advisor) ART251 Two-Dimensional Design CGD242 Interactive Web Design ART263 Drawing I CGD244 Designing for E-Commerce BCT235 DVD Authoring CIS109 Programming in Basic BUS125 Communication for Business and Industry CIS120 Microcomputer Applications CGD204 Advanced Digital Imaging (if not previously taken) MGT110 Small Business Management CGD205 Digital Photo Art MKT142 Marketing CGD225 Advanced Electronic Illustration MKT241 Advertising
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