Professional Technical Certificate

Multimedia Digital Layout and Design Short Term Certificate

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Program
Multimedia Communications (MEDIA)
Area of Study
Arts and Communication
Offered Online
Yes
Program Coordinator

Renne Brock
(360) 417-6249
rbrock@pencol.edu

Program Description

This certificate will provide students with page layout skills. Students will learn how to create newsletters, flyers, and other print materials with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Emphasis will be placed on vector illustration and page design fundamentals.

Program Code: DMWDLC01

Program Outcomes

  • Demonstrate and apply an understanding of graphic design principles with industry standard page layouts and illustration software through visual communication projects
  • Plan, design, and produce publications for print and online delivery using various techniques and methods
  • Create a portfolio of professional quality vector graphics, typography use, and multimedia projects

Approximate Additional Costs

  • Books, supplies and miscellaneous fees (per quarter): $100
  • Computer which meets the system requirements of required software*: approximately $1,400-$1,700
  • ‘Adobe Creative Cloud for Education’ or ‘Adobe Creative Cloud’ (Education edition available with use of Peninsula College student email address): approximately $20 per month
  • E-Portfolio website hosting and domain registration: approximately $175 per year
  • Digital camera: $500-$1000

*Please confirm the computer you have access to meets the system requirements for Adobe Premiere Pro: helpx.adobe.com/premiere-pro/system-requirements.html

Catalog #
Title
Credits
5

This course concentrates on the creative and practical exploration of computer graphics and page layout design. Students will explore basic concepts of digital media, terminology and acquire hands-on experience working with industry standard page layout and illustration software. This class may include students from multiple sections.

Credits: 5

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5

Design, publish and promote e-books and interactive publications for multiple devices on the web. Use digital publishing software to create and implement effects such as page rotation, scrolling text, and interactive images. Learn how to distribute an e-book or e-publication to an app store. Good computer and typing skills is recommended. This class may include students from multiple sections.

Credits: 5

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5

Introduction to the formal elements of graphic design. Explore contemporary design issues and examine the history and psychology behind design communications. Use page layout software to create materials for publication and produce a final printed portfolio of student work. This class may include students from multiple sections.

Credits: 5

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Sub-Total Credits
15
Total Credits
15