GCOM 313    Beginning Page Layout, Using Adobe InDesign    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course covers page layout design using an industry-standard application, Adobe InDesign. Topics include setting up and managing multipage documents for professional printing, controlling and creating graphics within the software, importing graphics from other software, and preparing files for printing purposes. Use of the Adobe InDesign tools, embedding fonts, importing Quark Xpress and PageMaker documents, color management systems, preparing files for the Web, and file conversion / cross platform font issues are included as well. This course may be taken three times for credit if the software version has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
M            01:00PM-03:05PM   LEC   A.Jackson            SCC MAIN TEC 100     22565
TBA          TBA               LAB   A.Jackson             TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

Th           01:00PM-02:40PM   LEC   M.Wacker             SCC MAIN TEC 100     24992
TBA          TBA               LAB   M.Wacker              TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

Th           05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   M.Viray              SCC MAIN COS 108     22030
TBA          TBA               LAB   M.Viray               TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 319    Newspaper Design    3 Units

Prerequisite: GCOM 313 with a grade of "C" or better
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course examines newspaper design. Students are responsible for the design and production of the award-winning Sacramento City College school newspaper, using the fundamental design concepts and theory involving grid, page layout, typefaces, and visual communication. This course offers an opportunity to build a portfolio and to gain experience while working on a real-world project. This course may be taken three times for credit as students acquire more advanced skills and project responsibilities.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
M            01:30PM-03:35PM   LEC   D.Button             SCC MAIN T02 5       22193
T            01:30PM-02:20PM   LAB   D.Button             SCC MAIN T02 5       
W            01:30PM-03:20PM   LAB   D.Button             SCC MAIN T02 5       
On-Campus

GCOM 330    Beginning Photoshop    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: Discover the ultimate power of creating, manipulating, and enhancing images by using the professional graphic design and Web design imaging software of choice, Adobe Photoshop. This beginner's course covers how to effectively use this software for the graphic design industry, as well as how to plan and carry out a digital imaging project. This course may be taken twice for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
T            01:00PM-02:40PM   LEC   C.Winther            SCC MAIN TEC 110     19909
TBA          TBA               LAB   C.Winther             TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

W            10:00AM-11:40AM   LEC   C.Winther            SCC MAIN TEC 110     20877
TBA          TBA               LAB   C.Winther             TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

T            05:00PM-06:40PM   LEC   C.Winther            SCC MAIN TEC 110     19911
TBA          TBA               LAB   C.Winther             TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

Sa           08:30AM-10:10AM   LEC   J.Chu                Davis Cntr Davis 107 24756
Sa           10:20AM-01:25PM   LAB   J.Chu                Davis Cntr Davis 107 
Off-Campus - Davis Center, 1909 Galileo Court, Davis.

GCOM 331    Advanced Image Editing, Using Adobe Photoshop    3 Units

Prerequisite: GCOM 330 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course centers on advanced image editing techniques using the latest version of Photoshop. In addition to learning advanced capabilities of Photoshop, students will learn how to alter existing images realistically, compose artwork in graphic situations, and creatively apply techniques to original artwork. Students will also learn how to work with service bureaus and commercial printers to produce quality out-put. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
T            09:00AM-10:40AM   LEC   D.Button             SCC MAIN TEC 100     19913
TBA          TBA               LAB   D.Button              TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

M            05:30PM-07:35PM   LEC   D.Button             SCC MAIN TEC 100     19915
TBA          TBA               LAB   D.Button              TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 340    Beginning Adobe Illustrator    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: When illustrating digitally for print or Web media, one of the skills designers and illustrators need to have is the ability to draw with vector digital tools. This beginner's course provides professional tips and techniques in Illustrator software, while introducing graphic design and Web design students to theories of composition, typography, and color theory. Students learn how digital illustrations are produced, are exposed to a variety of different illustration styles, learn about the current trends, and discover the designers using digital illustration as a communication tool. This course gives students the foundation to create original graphics and illustrations digitally. The course may be taken up to three times for credit if the software version has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
Sa           10:00AM-11:40AM   LEC   A.Winters            SCC MAIN TEC 100     24994
TBA          TBA               LAB   A.Winters             TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

W            05:00PM-06:40PM   LEC   J.Adkins             SCC MAIN TEC 100     22023
TBA          TBA               LAB   J.Adkins              TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

F            10:00AM-11:40AM   LEC   T.Capaletti           TBA TBA             21068
TBA          TBA               LAB   T.Capaletti           TBA TBA             
Interactive Television Class. Students must attend the first day of instruction and all scheduled exams.
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 341    Advanced Digital Illustration, Using Adobe Illustrator    3 Units

Prerequisite: GCOM 340 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent
Advisory: ART 300 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course takes an in-depth look at digital illustration, using Adobe Illustrator software. Work in this course focuses on using graphic design problem solving in conjunction with developing an individual art style. Topics include color, typography, composition, visual theme, drawing technique, using images for the Web, and understanding the offset printing process. Students complete the course with several professionally designed, original illustrations for their portfolios. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
Th           05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   A.Nilsen             SCC MAIN TEC 100     19917
TBA          TBA               LAB   A.Nilsen              TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 343    Graphic Design Production    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: GCOM 313 or GCOM 340 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This in-depth course is an introduction to the principles of graphic design. Specific focus will be on gestalt principles of design; balance and visual hierarchy; integration of text and image on the two-dimensional page; and introduction to typographic exploration. This course is a foundation course for graphic design students, but is also relevant to students studying Web design and computer animation.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
W            01:00PM-02:40PM   LEC   C.Anapolsky          SCC MAIN TEC 110     22004
TBA          TBA               LAB   C.Anapolsky           TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 345    Advanced Graphic Design Production    3 Units

Prerequisite: GCOM 330 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent AND GCOM 340 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent AND choose one page layout course: GCOM 310 or GCOM 313 or GCOM 316 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This is an in-depth graphic design course about page layout, graphic production, and electronic publishing. Students will utilize different industry standard software applications to complete projects resembling "real world" studio work. Students will understand the graphic design process from concept to printed page. Topics include logo design, working with a service bureau, file formats, importing from other applications, multi-page publication design, packaging design, and combining software packages. This course may be taken up to three times, as software versions change.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
Th           09:00AM-10:40AM   LEC   A.Perez              SCC MAIN COS 108     24996
TBA          TBA               LAB   A.Perez               TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 349    Portfolio    1.5 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: Students should have at least four pieces of artwork or design projects to use in this course.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC ; 27 hours LAB
Description: This course is intented for new or returning students who wish to present a portfolio of work in the Graphic Communication-related and creative industries for the purpose of job interviews or admission to a four-year art/design school. Through lecture, demonstration, and hands-on methods, students will gain understanding of the aesthetics, organization, and physical preparation in creating a portfolio of work. Topics include portfolio mediums, mounting and presentation, self-promotion resumes, pursuing a job or transfer school, interviewing for a creative position, and getting your Graphic Design or Web Design work noticed.

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 24-May 15
T            10:00AM-11:40AM   LEC   A.Perez              SCC MAIN COS 108     22025
TBA          TBA               LAB   A.Perez               TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 360    Graphics for the Web    3 Units

Prerequisite: GCOM 330 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course is for those wishing to design professional quality Web graphics. The course takes an in-depth look at designing graphics for the Web. Using industry standard graphic software, students will create original graphics as well as manipulate found imagery. Through lecture, demonstration, hands-on methods, and class/instructor critiques, students will understand the process for designing graphics for Web use. Topics include developing graphic elements for a Web site using a visual theme, creating buttons and intuitive navigational elements, making background textures and images, understanding Web file formats, scanning, presenting to a client, and simple animation that enhances a Web site. This course may be taken twice for credit if the software version has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
Th           09:00AM-10:40AM   LEC   D.Button             SCC MAIN TEC 100     21693
TBA          TBA               LAB   TBA                   TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 361    Creative Web Page Design    3 Units

Prerequisite: GCOM 330 or GCOM 340 or GCOM 360 or CISW 350 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This beginner's course uses Macromedia Dreamweaver as a tool for creating the look and feel of Web sites. With an in-depth look at graphic and visual design concepts, students will create a professional quality, fully functional Web site. The portfolio-worthy project will be catered to a specific audience and will feature both technical skill and visual design ability. This course may be taken three times if the software version has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
W            09:00AM-10:40AM   LEC   H.Hogan              SCC MAIN TEC 100     20879
TBA          TBA               LAB   H.Hogan               TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

TBA          TBA               LEC   T.Capaletti          SCC MAIN Online     19919
TBA          TBA               LAB   T.Capaletti          SCC MAIN Online     
Online Class.
Orientation is mandatory and there are two sessions on Saturday, January 19, 2008. The first is on-campus, 9:00 am to 11:00 am in T 100, and the second is at the Davis Center, 1901 Galileo Court, Davis, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, room 107. Please select either one.

TBA          TBA               LEC   T.Capaletti          Off Campus Online   21687
TBA          TBA               LAB   T.Capaletti          Off Campus Online   
Online Class.
This section is intended for students registering through the Davis Center, 1909 Galileo Court, Davis. Orientation is mandatory and there are two sessions on Saturday, January 19, 2008. The first is on-campus, 10:00 am to 12:00 noon in T100, and the second is at the Davis Center, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm, room 107. Please select either one.

Schedule: Other Term, Jan 21-May 21
TBA          TBA               LEC   T.Capaletti          Off Campus NTHS     24890
Orientation will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2008, at 9:30am.

TBA          TBA               LAB   T.Capaletti          Off Campus NTHS     
Online Class.
This section is intended for students registering through the Downtown Center, New Tech High School. Orientation for this class is mandatory and will be held at Sacramento New Technology High School, 1400 Dickson Street, Sacramento 95822.

GCOM 362    Intermediate Creative Web Page Design (Dreamweaver II)    3 Units

Prerequisite: GCOM 361 with a grade of "C" or better or the equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course applies the basic and intermediate principles of graphic design, HTML, and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to create W3C compliant websites. This course will use Dreamweaver as a tool for students to practice and implement the design process for Web projects. Students will create and redesign fully functional Web sites, make good design decisions, create intuitive navigation, and consistent visual themes. This course may taken three times if using a different software package or version of Dreamweaver.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
W            01:00PM-02:40PM   LEC   H.Hogan              SCC MAIN TEC 100     21689
TBA          TBA               LAB   H.Hogan               TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 363    Advanced Creative Web Page Design (Macromedia Flash)    3 Units

Prerequisite: GCOM 361 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course covers the creation of vector-based graphics, animation, and interactivity within the Web environment. Emphasis will be placed on applying design principles to the elements of motion and interactivity. The basic operating principles of Macromedia Flash will be applied in order to create Web sites with animation, interactive buttons, and sound. Issues of creative process for Web design, working with a client, bandwidth restrictions, and optimal delivery will be covered. This course may be taken three times for credit if the version of software being taught has changed.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
W            03:00PM-04:40PM   LEC   P.Nguyen             SCC MAIN TEC 100     20881
TBA          TBA               LAB   P.Nguyen              TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 370    Web Projects (Same as CISW 470)    3 Units

Prerequisite: Completion of one of the following: CISW 300, CISW 320, CISW 325, CISW 400, CISW 410, CISW 420, GCOM 361, GCOM 362, GCOM 363, or equivalent with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course focuses on Web project management on a real-world Website. Emphasis will be placed on the project development life cycle including design specification, research, production, modification, and presentation. Web projects utilized in the class will be multifaceted, approaching the complexity that individuals would be expected to encounter in the Web development industry. (Students may bring their own Web Projects to class.) This course may be taken two times with different projects.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
Th           05:00PM-06:30PM   LEC   T.Capaletti          SCC MAIN BUS 151     24998
Th           05:00PM-06:30PM   LEC   S.Feder              SCC MAIN BUS 151     24998
TBA          TBA               LEC   T.Capaletti           TBA TBA             24998
TBA          TBA               LEC   S.Feder               TBA TBA             24998
TBA          TBA               LAB   S.Feder               TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

TBA          TBA               LAB   T.Capaletti           TBA TBA             
Lab hours are MTWTh, 10:00 am - 10:00 pm; F, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, and Sa and Su, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm.
On-Campus

GCOM 400    Introduction to the Principles of Animation    3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: ART 300 or 304 with grades of "C" or better or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces students to the animation industry: a historical perspective, industry overview, and the principles and theory that guide animation. The principles of animation are emphasized through lecture and the use of 2D software tools. Students learn the animation production process and industry trends. Students work on hands-on projects creating 2D animations. This course is required for entry into GCOM 401.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
Th           05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   A.Williams           SCC MAIN COS 110     22002
Th           07:35PM-08:45PM   LAB   A.Williams           SCC MAIN COS 110     
TBA          TBA               LAB   TBA                   TBA TBA             
LAB TBA refers to 2 additional hours per week.
On-Campus

W            05:30PM-07:10PM   LEC   A.Williams           SCC MAIN COS 110     20425
W            07:35PM-08:45PM   LAB   A.Williams           SCC MAIN COS 110     
TBA          TBA               LAB   TBA                   TBA TBA             
LAB TBA refers to 2 additional hours per week.
On-Campus

GCOM 401    Introduction to Computer Animation    3 Units

Prerequisite: GCOM 400 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent course.
Advisory: ART 304 with grades of "C" or better or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces students to the creation of believable animation using the personal computer. The principles of animation are emphasized through lecture and the use of 3D software tools. Students experience the animation production process and are exposed to industry trends. Students work on hands-on projects creating 3D animations. This course may be taken two times for credit on a different software version.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
F            01:00PM-02:40PM   LEC   R.Robbins            SCC MAIN COS 110     22398
F            03:00PM-04:15PM   LAB   R.Robbins            SCC MAIN COS 110     
TBA          TBA               LAB   TBA                   TBA TBA             
LAB TBA refers to additional lab time per week to be arranged
On-Campus

GCOM 402    Beginning 3D Modeling and Rigging    3 Units

Prerequisite: None.
Advisory: GCOM 341, GCOM 400 and ART 304 with grades of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 36 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course introduces the student to 3D graphics and 3D animation using industry standard 3D animation software. Through exercises and hands on projects, students explore concepts and principles in 3D graphics and character rigging. Topics include: 3D modeling, character rigging, shading, lighting, and rendering. This course may be taken two times for credit on a different software version.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
M            05:30PM-07:35PM   LEC   H.Santos             SCC MAIN COS 110     21255
M            07:45PM-09:00PM   LAB   H.Santos             SCC MAIN COS 110     
TBA          TBA               LAB   TBA                   TBA TBA             
LAB TBA refers to additional lab per week to be arranged
On-Campus

GCOM 490    Graphic Communication Studio    .5-4 Units

Prerequisite: OPTION 1 (Graphic Design): GCOM 313 or GCOM 316 AND GCOM 340 or GCOM 330 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalents OR OPTION 2 (Web Design): GCOM 361 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent. OR OPTION 3 (Computer Animation): GCOM 400 or GCOM 402 with a grade of "C" or better or equivalent.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 43 hours LEC ; 87 hours LAB
Description: Graphic Communication Studio will introduce career-driven design students to producing, creating, and completing real-world graphic design, or Web design, or animation projects for non-profit organizations and the Sacramento community. Through lecture, demonstration, client meetings, and brainstorming sessions, students will have the opportunity to develop a portfolio of completed projects. Students will also experience deadlines, the client-designer relationship, how to set pricing for projects, and strategies for presenting concepts and design work. This course may be taken up to 3 times if there is a change in design medium (graphic design, Web design, or Animation).

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
T            05:30PM-07:50PM   LEC   A.Diaz-Vaughn        SCC MAIN TEC 100     22396
T            08:00PM-09:15PM   LAB   A.Diaz-Vaughn        SCC MAIN TEC 100     
On-Campus

GCOM 495    Independent Studies in Graphic Communication    1-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LAB
Description: See Independent Studies

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 19-May 21
TBA          TBA               LAB   H.Santos              TBA TBA             25805
TBA          TBA               LAB   A.Williams            TBA TBA             26413
On-Campus