Chabot College 2024-2026 203 CREDIT COURSE LISTING, DIGM Required Courses DIGM 1 Introduction to Digital Art 3 DIGM 4A Digital Illustration 3 DIGM 6A (sme as PHOT 6A) Photoshop 3 Electives (Choose 9 units from the following courses) DIGM 2 Introduction to Graphic Design 3 DIGM 5 Typography 3 DIGM 7 Design and Layout 3 DIGM 10A Introduction to Animation 3 DIGM 11 Video Editing 3 DIGM 12A Motion Graphics 3 DIGM 20 Digital Portfolio and Promotion 1.5 FILM 12 Screenwriting and Visual Storytelling 3 FILM 15 Introduction to Digital Filmmaking 3 FILM 16 Documentary Filmmaking 3 PHOT 1A Digital Photography I 3 Total 18 GRAPHIC DESIGN Certificate of Achievement The Graphic Design program provides students a comprehensive foundation in design elements, design principles, typography, layout, branding, and motion graphics. The program is geared towards students who want to acquire fundamental skills in digital art technology, design aesthetics and design practice to enter the workforce. Career Opportunities Graphic designer, Web designer, UI designer, Art director, Creative director, Marketing specialist, Software applications designer, Marketing content creator, Public relations designer, Multimedia artist, Commercial designer, Industrial designers, Mobile designer, UI Designer, Social media designer, Publishing Designer. Labor market information suggests growth in the graphic design, and multimedia art industries between 3-9% in the next 5 years in the east bay sub- region and surrounding Bay Area. Program Learning Outcomes 1. Create visual compositions using design skills with strong conceptual abilities. 2. Communicate visual ideas clearly, confidently in work, presentation, and writing. 3. Apply the creative process as a dynamic progression of research, speculation, experimentation, prototyping, critique and refinement. 4. Develop basic business practices to include freelancing strategies, portfolio creation and promotion, and professional communication strategies. Required Core (18 units) DIGM 2 Introduction to Graphic Design 3 DIGM 4A Digital Illustration 3 DIGM 5 Typography 3 DIGM 7 Design and Layout 3 DIGM 6A (same as PHOT 6A) Photoshop 3 or PHOT 6A (same as DIGM 6A) Photoshop 3 DIGM 8A Graphic Design Studio 3 Electives (choose 3 units from the following courses) ART 25 Color Theory 3 DIGM 8B Graphic Design Studio II 3 DIGM 12A Motion Graphics 3 DIGM 15 Web Design Fundamentals 3 DIGM 20 Digital Portfolio and Promotion (1.50) Total 21 DIGITAL MEDIA (DIGM) COURSES 1 Introduction to Digital Art 3 Units Introduction to fundamental concepts, practices, and theories of digital art production. Topics include integration of traditional design, color, and compositional principles with contemporary digital tools. Lecture: 36 hours Laboratory: 72 hours 2 Introduction to Graphic Design 3 Units Introduction to the essential visual elements of graphic design. Exploration of the principles, concepts, and protocols used for effective visual communication. Cultivation of the designer’s creative process and problem-solving skills. Emphasis on strong conceptual development and solid craftsmanship through design execution. Projects explore creative development of graphic design ideas from start to finish. Lecture: 36 hours Laboratory: 72 hours 4A Digital Illustration 3 Units Introduction to the principles of illustration using digital tools. Through lectures, demos and assignments students are exposed to and practice digital illustration skills for design, editorial, and animation. Emphasis is placed on the use of vector-based tools for artistic drawing and graphic design. Students explore the relationship of digital illustration with the field of Graphic Design, Animation and Fine Art. Lecture: 36 hours Laboratory: 72 hours Strongly Recommended: ART 2A
