Course Snapshot for MGD111 - Adobe Photoshop I
The information listed below is subject to change. Please review the course syllabus within your online course at the start of class.
Course Competencies
The competencies you will demonstrate in this course are as follows:
- Examine the Adobe Photoshop application and determine the relationship with other multimedia applications.
- Use Adobe Photoshop as the software to generate computer graphics.
- Combine Graphic techniques.
- Demonstrate usage of design principles by applying them in their arrangement of graphic and text elements.
- Use a scanner, digital camera, and CD stock images to import images into Photoshop application.
- Make selections with selection tools.
- Create effective composites.
- Create basic shapes and designs and then color them using a variety of methods.
- Paint and fill images with color.
- Organize artwork in each file.
- Set-up and use layers and palettes.
- Measuring image and objects using the ruler and guides.
- Comprehend basic functions of masks and channels.
- Observe basic functions of Image Ready.
Module Outcomes Mapped to Competencies
Module 1 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Demonstrate how to open/close Photoshop. | 1, 2, 5 |
| Demonstrate how to open/save images in Photoshop. | 1, 2 |
| Create a screenshot and upload it to dropbox. | (department objective) |
Module 2 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Demonstrate use of basic tools to view images in Photoshop. | 2, 5 |
| Demonstrate use of basic layer manipulation (add/delete/convert). | 11 |
| Create selections and transfer to another document. | 6 |
| Create a Layer Comp. | 10 |
| Discuss application of design principles to graphic design work. | 4 |
Module 3 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Choose a selection tool and create an appropriate selection based on the task. | 2, 6, 7 |
| Demonstrate changing an image's color mode. | 2, 9 |
| Demonstrate basic color techniques such as gradients, adding/removing color, blending modes. | 2, 8, 9 |
| Demonstrate use of filters. | 2, 3 |
| Discuss ethical use of photo manipulation techniques in media. | (department objective) |
Module 4 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Use typography according to established guidelines. | 2, 4 |
| Apply effects to type. | 4, 9 |
| Demonstrate appropriate use of painting tools. | 4, 9, 10 |
| Apply design principles to work. | 4 |
Module 5 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Demonstrate appropriate use of special layer functions (Layer Masks, Adjustment Layers, Clipping Masks). | 13 |
| Demonstrate use of design principles in work shared with class. | 4 |
Module 6 Learning Outcomes |
Mapped to Course Competencies (above) |
| Demonstrate use of various filters in Photoshop (Smart Filters, categories in Filters menu, Perspective Warp, Vanishing Point). | 1 |
| Demonstrate use of advanced selections (channels, etc). | 13 |
| Demonstrate creating a contact sheet. | 2 |
| Discuss the professional use and best practices of portfolios. | 3 |
Course Time Commitment and Expectations
For every credit hour, students should plan to spend an average of 2-3 hours per week for course-related activities in a 15-week course. For example, a 3 credit hour course would average an average 6-9 hours per week to read/listen to the online content, participate in discussion forums, complete assignments, and study the course material. For 10 and 6-week courses, the amount of time per week will be higher so all course competencies, module outcomes, and assignments will be covered.
Aside from typical reading assignments, this course has the following (Please Note: This list is subject to change based on the discretion of the instructor facilitating this course.):
Assignment |
Points |
Discussions (9 @ 20 points each) |
160 |
Assignments (16 @ 20 points each) |
320 |
Final Capstone (1 @ 100 points) |
50 |
TOTAL |
530 |
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