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Apple/Mac Graphic Design Web Design/Developer Instructional Media Multimedia Photography/Videography Filmmaking Apple Creative Professional Music Production Social Media Adobe Series
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Get information on certificate programs, courses and employment for Graphic Design, Web Design and Development, Digital Photography, Digital Filmmaking, Multimedia, Instructional Media, Music Production, Apple Certified Professional, Apple computer maintenance and more. Presented by Digital Arts Program Supervisor, Caroline Orcutt. Wednesday, August 20 5:15pm-6:30pm Wednesday, January 21 5:15pm-6:30pm Look for additional sessions on our website. FREE sessions open to the public. No need to register. Held at UNM Continuing Education, 1634 University Blvd. NE. RSVP to digitalarts@unm.edu.
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Connect with friends and associates on Facebook! Learn how to create an account, find Facebook Friends, and manage your account settings and privacy on Facebook. Discover how to navigate your News Feed and Timeline.
Creating Blogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Create a free blog hosted on WordPress.com. Choose a name for your blog, learn how to manage the settings to control your blog.
Web Analytics with Google . . . . . . . . 35 Learn about web analytics and how to use Google Analytics to get a quantitative understanding of how well your website is meeting your business needs.
Social Media Marketing: Advanced Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Final Cut Pro: Advanced Editing and Finishing Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Expand your video editing skills to include professional editing enhancements and features, focusing on media management, editing workflows and finishing techniques.
DaVinci Resolve: Introduction to Color Grading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Get an introduction to DaVinci Resolve, whether you’re an experienced colorist or a first time user. Learn the operational side of Resolve along with some practical real world training on workflows, color theory, grading approaches and techniques.
Increase your digital photographic efficiency by reviewing your workflow from camera to computer to output. Learn how all aspects of your workflow affect the outcome of your images.
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Get an introduction to app based multi-track Refine your social media purpose and discover audio recording, synthesizers, drum machines, creative ways to use Twitter, Pinterest, Google+ audio effects, audio mastering, and midi control. and YouTube for business with content, timing, Responsive Web Design special tips and tools. with Bootstrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
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Gain a competitive edge in the ever-changing job market and advance your career as an Apple Creative Professional. UNM Continuing Education is the only Apple Authorized Training Center in New Mexico. We offer Apple Training for certification in Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro, Apple’s premiere video editing and music production software. We also offer Mac IT training. We administer exams for all Apple Certifications, including all Pro Apps, iWork, and Mac OS X exams. See pages 11, 24, 31, 51.
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Table of Contents Welcome The Digital Arts Program General Information Advisement Facility Policies Prerequisites and Course Options Master Certificates Faculty Certificate Programs Certificate Requirements Apple/Mac Certificates Graphic Design Certificates Web Design Certificates Web Developer Certificate Instructional Media Developer Certificate Multimedia Certificates Digital Photography Certificates Photography and Videography Certificate Digital Filmmaking Certificate Apple Creative Professional: Video/Music Music Production Social Media Adobe Series Digital Arts Courses Course Skills Assessments
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The Digital Arts Program General Information
Caroline Orcutt, MA Program Supervisor
Welcome! to the Digital Arts Program at UNM Continuing Education We provide quality up-to-date curriculum in a variety of Digital Arts topics to meet your vocational needs. Our instructors are professionals in the fields they teach, providing valuable opportunities for networking and real-world experience. Pursue a certificate in the topic of your choice or just explore the classes that interest you. If you have prior experience or specific goals, customizing your certificate program is an option. Make an appointment for advisement, stop by to see our facility, or just register to get started. We are conveniently located on University Blvd, just north of Indian School, with free parking. This course catalog provides general information about our Digital Arts certificate programs and classes. For current class schedules, please see the UNM Continuing Education main catalog or visit our website at digitalarts.unm.edu. We hope you enjoy the program!
The Digital Arts Program at UNM Continuing Education provides non-credit training in all aspects of digital arts. In addition, we are the only Apple Authorized Training Center in New Mexico. This course catalog provides general information about our Digital Arts certificate programs and classes. For current class schedules, please see the UNM Continuing Education main catalog or visit our website at digitalarts.unm.edu. Any course may be taken as part of a certificate program or independently.
Advisement For more information, to make an appointment for advisement, or to request a current Digital Arts catalog, contact the program supervisor. Caroline Orcutt Digital Arts Program Supervisor Phone: 505-277-6037 Email: digitalarts@dce.unm.edu Web: digitalarts.unm.edu More Information PDF versions of the most current Digital Arts catalog, class schedule, certificate requirements and costs, as well as answers to Frequently Asked Questions, can be downloaded from our website. Digital Arts Information Sessions are offered three times a year at our facility. Check our website or the UNM Continuing Education main catalog for details about the next session. Loans and Financial Aid Visit our website at ce.unm.edu/registration/loans-aid.html for detailed information on available loans and financial aid for non-credit programs. Tuition assistance may be available if you are unemployed, a veteran, active military or military spouse, or someone with a disability. UNM Tuition Remission is accepted for all Digital Arts classes. Contact the program supervisor for assistance and to complete any required paperwork for financial aid. Underage Students If you are age 12-17 and wish to attend Digital Arts classes, contact the program supervisor for information and to schedule an interview.
Facility Caroline Orcutt Digital Arts Program Supervisor Phone: 505-277-6037 Email: digitalarts@dce.unm.edu
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Location UNM Continuing Education 1634 University Blvd NE Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102 Most courses are held here on our campus. Stop by to see our campus or make an appointment for a tour. Alternate locations are indicated at the time of registration. UNMCE Digital Arts | 2014-15 | digitalarts.unm.edu | 505-277-6037
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Parking Parking on our campus is free. If our parking lots are full, overflow parking is located at 1642 University Blvd NE, two lots north of our campus. Please refrain from parking in the business lots adjacent to our campus as your car may be towed or ticketed.
Policies Attendance and Grades One hundred percent attendance is required to receive a passing grade. If you must miss a class session due to an emergency, you may request to make up the class by emailing the program supervisor within two weeks of the missed class. You will then be contacted regarding make-up options. All classes at UNM Continuing Education are non-degree and non-credit. Classes are Pass/Incomplete; these grades are recorded on your transcript. Master certificates are issued after completion of a certificate program.
Customized Curriculum If you have prior experience or training in related topics, you may, at the department’s discretion, have the certificate program customized to meet your needs after a review of your portfolio or transcripts. Contact the program supervisor to schedule an appointment. Online Courses Online courses are available in many Digital Arts topics, offered in partnership with Ed2Go, Gatlin and SkillSoft. Because our online offerings are not exact equivalents to our local classes, they are not approved for a certificate program. For current online class options, please see our website.
Waiting Lists and Changes to the Schedule If a class you want is full, be sure to add your name to the waiting list. If enough people are interested, we may open another section. Register early to ensure a seat. Occasionally the dates and times of a class will change. Check the website for the most current class listings.
Tutorial Electives Our Tutorial Electives offer students extra help with a topic, exam preparation or portfolio building. If you’ve take a Digital Arts class and would like to schedule a Tutorial Elective, contact the program supervisor with your request. Some prerequisites and restrictions apply. The cost for a Tutorial Elective is $199.
Refunds and Discounts Your tuition, minus a $15 cancellation fee per non-credit course, will be refunded if a written request is submitted to us at ceregistration@unm.edu and received in the registration office 72 hours prior to the first class meeting. Transfers and electronic vouchers are also an option. Call the registration office at 505-277-0077 to ask about any applicable discounts.
Computer Labs Most of our Digital Arts computer courses are held in one of our dual-platform labs. For optimum employment opportunities, certificate students are encouraged to become familiar with and use both Mac and Windows platforms during class time.
Please see the UNM Continuing Education website at ce.unm.edu for additional information on policies.
Prerequisites and Course Options Prerequisites The prerequisites listed with the course descriptions are intended to prepare you for the next course. If you have prior experience with a topic, you may place yourself in the most appropriate class. For basic prerequisite course assessments, see page 56. Suggested courses are not required, but may enhance comprehension. Beginning Computer Courses Operating System Basics (51101/4101/11) or basic Windows or Mac OS experience is a prerequisite for all beginning computer courses in Digital Arts. Students with equivalent experience may waive this prerequisite. Equipment and Materials Most classes are supplied with all the necessary course materials. However, some classes may require that you purchase certain equipment or materials, such as a digital camera or specific art supplies. These requirements are listed at the end of the course description, on your class receipt or on the website. 4
Homework and Practice Time Most Digital Arts classes require homework or practice time. Projects created for classes are useful for portfolio building. For computer classes, we recommend three hours of practice for every hour in the classroom. Contact the program supervisor to schedule computer practice time, if needed.
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Master Certificates Requirements There is no deadline for completing coursework for a master certificate. However, after two years, the requirements may change. Contact the program supervisor to ensure your requirements are up to date. Submissions To request a master certificate, email the program supervisor. Include your full name, mailing address, phone number, email address, certificate requested and a list of any approved changes to the curriculum. Projects in Digital Arts All Level II master certificate candidates are required to complete the Projects in Digital Arts course or an approved substitution. Projects students are also required to submit final computer files and/or printed samples of their project to the department for approval and potential display or publication. Those students who complete the Projects course will be placed on a job contact list.
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Faculty Aaron Barreras, BS BS in Animation, Westwood University. Award winning animator, independent filmmaker, and designer, Aaron has over 16 years experience in high-end digital art and visual effects, and has been sharing his passions as a teacher for over a decade. He is currently the CG Technical Director at a New Mexico based production company specializing in animation and documentary films. Joey Belville, ACT Joey Belville is an award-winning music producer who has many national releases to his credit, several of them recorded in Logic Pro. He was an early adopter of computer based audio recording and has been using it on a professional level for over 10 years. Joey is an Apple Certified Trainer for Logic Pro.
Kevin Glasgow, BS BS in Graphic Design and Art Education from Eastern New Mexico University. Kevin has over 25 years experience as a graphic designer in both print and broadcast media. He currently works as creative director for a regional industrial supply company. Talia Kosh, Esq. JD and LLM in International Law. Talia practices law in Santa Fe, specializing in contracts, employment law, business law, nonprofits and personal injury. Talia is founder and president of New Mexico Lawyers for the Arts, counseling and educating artists on a wide variety of legal issues. Talia also serves on the Governor’s Counsel of Film and Media Industries and is the past chair of the Intellectual Property Section of the New Mexico Bar.
Pat Berrett, MBA MBA, UNM Anderson Schools. Pat has worked in commercial photography since 1980. His primary client base includes those in the arts, crafts, and performing arts. He also works with many high tech and emerging technology clients.
Kameron Kramer, JD BS in Chemical Engineering from Texas Tech University and a JD from University of New Mexico School of Law. Kameron is a licensed patent attorney who specializes in all types of intellectual property and business law. Kameron works at a small, local firm where he tailors his practice to assist artists and inventors and small to medium sized local businesses.
Ed Brandt, BA BA from Lewis University in Romeoville, Illinois. Ed began his graphic design career in 1994 serving clients from various industries nationwide. Ed also enjoys the fine arts, working towards an MFA in painting. Combining passions for the visual arts and technology, he now shares what he’s learned with others through education.
Sean Lemons, BFA BFA in Computer Graphics from Central Missouri State University. Sean has 14 years of combined experience as an interactive systems developer with experience building and maintaining high-end web sites, kiosks, CDs, and multimedia software as well, with a background in graphic design, interface design, usability and accessibility issues.
Jeff Brody, BA BA in Anthropology from the University of Chicago. Jeff has over 25 years experience in information technology and software development. He currently owns his own consulting company specializing in application programming, website development and training for small businesses.
Marc Leonard, BS BS in TV/Film from DeSales University. From film to television, Marc has a broad experience base in the visual arts. As a filmmaker, he has seen many projects from conception to completion, giving him a strong sense of post-production workflows and solutions. Marc specializes in editing, visual effects, and color grading.
Virginia DeBolt, MA After a career in public education, Virginia embarked on a new career in technology, teaching web design classes and writing several books about web design, HTML, CSS and Dreamweaver. She is the Community Manager for a national web standards company.
Mary Ellen Merrigan, BA BA in Speech, emphasis Radio/Television, Northwest Missouri State University. Mary Ellen is president of a local marketing business and develops successful D.I.Y. (Do It Yourself) marketing strategies for a wide range of clients. Mary Ellen is certified in Social Media from VA Classroom and a graduate of SelfGrowth.com’s Social Media University.
Mary Elkins, BA BA in mathematics, AA in commercial photography. A lifelong fan of cameras and lighting gear, Mary has mastered the most complicated style of imagery—architectural and interior photography while working for a local photography studio. Mary specializes in digital techniques using Photoshop and Lightroom. Adele Gangai, BFA BFA in graphic design from Rochester Institute of Technology, New York. Adele has over 30 years of graphic design experience from working in advertising, newspaper, printing, animation and museum agencies. She has won several awards and was a contributor to the 2010 National Medal for Museum and Library Service as a graphic developer. Adele owns and operates her own graphic design business.
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Marc Louis Mintz, MBA-IT, ACTC ACSP, ACHDS Marc is CIO of a local IT consulting and service firm. He is the only New Mexico member of the Apple Consultants Network to hold certification as both Apple Certified Technical Coordinator and Apple Certified Support Professional. In addition, he has produced award-winning graphic design and print advertising for Lexus, Infiniti, Toyota, Nissan, and Taco Bell, and is author of Practical Paranoia: OS X Security Essentials for Home and Business. Barak Naggan, ACT Award-winning adventure videographer/editor and stills photographer since 1995. Barak has traveled around the world shooting documentaries, worked as a cinematographer on short and feature films, and was the primary videographer for an aerial photography company. Barak has shot and edited video for the European National Geographic Channel and is an Apple Certified Trainer for Final Cut Pro.
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Haley Norris, BFA BFA with an emphasis in photography and video from UNM. Haley also attended graduate school in Graz, Austria at Karl-Franzens-Universit채t focusing on Art History and German. Haley has been working professionally as a web developer, graphic designer, photographer, videographer, and multimedia editor for over 10 years. Currently she works on Kirtland Air Force Base as a multimedia specialist and Apple Certified Support Professional. Dan Noyes, BFA BFA from UNM with an emphasis in Photography. Dan has worked in printmaking for over 10 years. His artwork has been exhibited in the US and Canada and has been published in several publications, including Inquiring Mind and Remembering 9/11 Through the Eyes of a Printmaker. He has completed Public Art Commissions for the City of Albuquerque and Urban Forest. Caroline Orcutt, MA MA in Art from UNM, emphasis in Printmaking and Photography, minor in Art History. Caroline has over 30 years of experience in graphic design and digital arts. She ran her own business for many years and specializes in teaching graphic design. Caroline is the UNM Continuing Education program supervisor for Digital Arts. Anita Quintana, BFA BFA in Graphic Design, Eastern New Mexico University. Anita has over 30 years experience as a multimedia designer. She owns a graphic design business specializing in design and consultation for both print and web media. Anita is a regular contributor to the award-winning Revealed and Design Professional series published by Thomson Learning. Robert Reck, MA MA in Fine Art, UNM, emphasis in Photography with a minor in Art History. Robert is an internationally recognized architectural, interior design, and hospitality photographer with numerous books to his credit. He has held a staff photographer position with Architectural Digest for over 25 years, and currently serves as a board member of the NM chapter of ASMP. Joanne Schmidt, BM Bachelor of Music from Hardin-Simmons University. An award winning photographer and UNM Continuing Education Digital Arts graduate, Joanne owns and operates her own digital image business. She specializes in filmmaking and photo art created with High Dynamic Range techniques. Paul Simmons, BAFA BAFA in Computer Graphics from University of New Mexico. Paul has over 10 years of experience in graphic, web, multimedia and instructional design. He currently works creating multimedia training materials for the military. Doug Stine, MBA MBA, Santa Clara University. Doug Stine is a seasoned marketing and business professional with more than 20 years of experience in Silicon Valley, where he held senior positions in advertising and marketing. He has served as CEO/publisher of a local magazine and is currently account executive and director of new business development at a local marketing, public relations and advertising agency.
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Brad Stoddard, ACT Owner of a local production and postproduction company, Brad produces, directs and is a picture editor with awards and credits in television, documentary and narrative film. Brad is an Apple Certified Trainer in Final Cut Pro and President of the New Mexico Post Alliance. Lisa Tannenbaum, BM Bachelor of Music from New England Conservatory of Music. An award-winning natural light digital photographer, Lisa owns and operates an online photography business. In addition, she has worked as a freelance web designer, specializing in search engine optimization and the arts, since 1998. Zac Van Note, BFA BFA in Graphic Design, New Mexico State University. Zac has over 20 years of experience in graphic design, web development and marketing communications. He has worked on a wide range of projects, including websites, user interface design, catalogs, magazines and tradeshow booths. He is currently a manager of User Experience and Multimedia Development at a Fortune 100 company. Barbara Waxer, MA MA in Computer Resources and Information Management from Webster University. Barbara brings three decades of experience in writing award-winning multimedia and copyright textbooks for Cengage Learning. She owns her consulting business, teaching copyright and finding media to educational institutions and nonprofit organizations.
Certificate Programs All Digital Arts programs are designed to prepare students for an internship, entry-level employment or business. Half-time to full-time students should be able to complete one master certificate in two semesters or fewer. A schedule of 12 or more classes in a semester is full-time. Six classes is half-time. Where applicable students are responsible for purchasing their own supplies. You may work on Levels I and II consecutively or concurrently. The shorter Basics certificates are designed for those who just need to get up and running quickly or those who want to get an idea of what the field is like. Courses in the Basics certificates also apply to the Level I certificates. Get started with just the basics or go directly to a Level I certificate for a more professional track. The number of hours required vary per certificate. Prerequisites are not included in the certificate hours. Full-time students should be able to complete one certificate in two semesters or fewer. Customized curriculum is also available. Apple/Mac The Apple certificates prepare you to operate, upgrade and maintain Mac computer systems at home or in the office. In addition, this training provides the basis for a professional Mac consulting and troubleshooting career. Take your Apple Certification exam with us. Graphic Design The Graphic Design certificates focus on professional design and production for printed and digitally published materials including brochures, newsletters, ads, books, interactive publications, etc. Web Design The Web Design certificates focus on building and maintaining professional and effective websites. Various tools and techniques for web editing, graphics and marketing are presented. UNMCE Digital Arts | 2014-15 | digitalarts.unm.edu | 505-277-6037
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Web Developer Build interactive, data driven websites using both client-side and server-side technologies. Acquire an understanding of database design and use, develop basic programming skills, and attain a solid foundation in the construction of websites. Instructional Media Developer Create rich materials for the classroom, including multimedia content for online learning. In conjunction with the Online Instructor certificate, gain an understanding of how adults learn in order to facilitate the planning and development of content that will enhance the learning process. Multimedia The Multimedia certificates focus on professional design and production for a variety of media including graphic design, web design, photography, film and motion graphics. Choose a design, photography or video concentration or a combination. Digital Photography The Digital Photography certificates offer professional training in creating, editing and manipulating digital photographs. Digital photography may be used in web design, multimedia, filmmaking, as a fine art medium or in commercial photography. Photography and Videography This combined certificate offers professional training in creating, editing and manipulating digital photographs and videos that may be used in web design, multimedia, filmmaking, as a fine art medium or in commercial photography and videography. Digital Filmmaking The Digital Filmmaking certificate provides training in camera and editing techniques, motion graphics, audio, animation and visual effects. Combine this certificate with Apple Certification in Final Cut Pro. Music Production Enter the world of modern music production with digital recording, editing and mixing techniques. Discover dynamite production solutions for music bed, soundtrack, hip hop, rhythm and blues, rock, electronic music creation and more. Learn how to promote and sell your own music. Combine this certificate with Apple Certification in Logic Pro. Apple Creative Professional: Video or Music Differentiate yourself to employers and clients as an Apple Certified Pro in video-editing or music production. Apple certification programs create a benchmark for assessing users’ proficiency in Apple’s professional applications. Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro are offered in partnership with Apple through our Apple Authorized Training Center. Social Media Expand your world by exchanging information and ideas in virtual communities and networks. Learn about social media, how to use it and what its impact is on marketing, public relations and communications. Adobe Series Master InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop or Dreamweaver with our Adobe Certificates. Begin with an overview class, and then move on to beginning through advanced classes in the Adobe software of your choice to become proficient in page layout, computer illustration, photo editing or web design with this leading industry-standard software. Pursue a single certificate or all four.
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Certificate Requirements 2014-2015 Apple/Mac Certificates
Real World Mac Certificate 6 courses required Prerequisite (as needed): No. Course 54010 Learn to Use a Mac OR basic computer familiarity Required Courses (6): choose one: 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track and take the following: 54102 Mac Operating System: Intermediate 54118 Mac OS X Applications 54119 Mac OS X Administering and Networking 54122 Mac Maintenance and Support 54321 Apple iPad and iOS: Beginning
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Mac Support Certificate 4 courses required Prerequisite (as needed): No. Course 54010 Learn to Use a Mac OR basic computer familiarity Required Courses (4): choose one: 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track and take the following: 54118 Mac OS X Applications 54151 Mac OS X Support Mastery* 54321 Apple iPad and iOS: Beginning
Hours 8
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* This class prepares you for Apple certification in Support Essentials. The Apple exam is sold separately.
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Graphic Design Certificates
LEVEL II 14 courses required
LEVEL I 16 courses required Prerequisite (choose one as needed): No. Course 51101 Windows: Operating System Basics 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics窶認ast Track Required Design Courses (4): 55101 Graphic Design and Visual Communication* 55103 Typography 55201 Drawing to Illustration Basics choose one: 55102 History of Graphic Design 55322 History of Photography Required Business Courses (3): 55604 Writing Creative Copy for Print and Web Media 55607 Find and Use Online Media 55625 Legal Issues in Digital Arts Required Computer Courses (9): 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction* choose one*: 56121 InDesign: Beginning 56126 InDesign: Beginning窶認ast Track and take the following: 56122 InDesign: Intermediate* 56128 Online Portfolios with InDesign 56181 Acrobat Pro: Working with PDFs* 56185 Digital Prepress 56211 Illustrator: Beginning* 56311 Photoshop: Beginning* 56391 Color Management and Calibration*
Prerequisites (as needed): Graphic Design Level I courses, as needed, or equivalent experience Hours 12 12 8 15 12 12 12 12 9 6 8 12 12 8 12 8 8 12 12 12 3
Graphic Design Basics Certificate *For a shorter entry-level certificate, take the classes listed with an asterisk above to complete the Graphic Design Basics Certificate for a total of eight classes. Please see our website for complete details.
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Required Design and Related Courses (5): No. Course 55121 Graphic Design and Visual Communication II 55123 Logo Design 56392 Color Theory in Digital Media choose two: 55125 Designing for the Web 55231 Storyboarding 55801 Photography with a Digital Camera* 55804 Photography Composition 55911 Digital Videography: An Introduction** Required Business Courses (3): 55623 Marketing with Social Media 55701 Projects in Digital Arts choose one: 55622 Marketing and Self Promotion for Digital Artists 55624 Starting a Digital Arts Business 55627 Portfolios for Photographers and Designers 55633 Social Media Marketing: Advanced Strategies Required Computer Courses (choose 5): 56123 InDesign: Advanced 56130 InDesign: ePublishing for eReaders 56134 InDesign: Digital Publishing for Tablets 56212 Illustrator: Intermediate 56312 Photoshop: Intermediate 56213 Illustrator: Advanced 56313 Photoshop: Advanced Electives (1 or more): Any 1 or more Digital Arts courses (54000-59999) for a total of 8-16 hours
Hours 12 12 6 12 9 12 6 12 9 15 6 6 6 6 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 8-16
*A digital camera (any type) is required for this class. ** A digital video camera or digital stills camera with video capability and tripod are required for this class.
Digital Arts 6-Pack Discount Package your Digital Arts classes for increased savings. Register for six Digital Arts classes (course numbers 54000-59999) at the same time and receive a package discount of $210. Inquire at registration at 505-277-0077. Some restrictions may apply. UNMCE Digital Arts | 2014-15 | digitalarts.unm.edu | 505-277-6037
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Web Design Certificates
LEVEL II 15-18 courses required
LEVEL I 17 courses required Prerequisite (choose one as needed): No. Course 51101 Windows: Operating System Basics 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics窶認ast Track Required Design Courses (5): 55101 Graphic Design and Visual Communication* 55103 Typography 55125 Designing for the Web choose one: 55102 History of Graphic Design 55322 History of Photography choose one: 55201 Drawing to Illustration Basics 55231 Storyboarding Required Business Courses (3): 55604 Writing Creative Copy for Print and Web Media 55607 Find and Use Online Media 55625 Legal Issues in Digital Arts Required Computer Courses (9): 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction* 56211 Illustrator: Beginning 56311 Photoshop: Beginning* 58101 Creating and Maintaining a Website* 58111 HTML: Beginning* 58117 HTML and CSS 58121 Dreamweaver: Beginning* 58122 Dreamweaver: Intermediate* 58221 Content Management Systems for Websites*
Prerequisites (as needed): Web Design Level I courses, as needed, or equivalent experience Hours 12 12 8 15 12 12 12 12 12 9 9 6 8 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 6
Web Design Basics Certificate *For a shorter entry-level certificate, take the classes listed with an asterisk above to complete the Web Design Basics Certificate for a total of eight classes. Please see our website for complete details.
Required Design and Related Courses (5): No. Course 55121 Graphic Design and Visual Communication II 55123 Logo Design 56392 Color Theory in Digital Media choose two: 55201 Drawing to Illustration Basics 55231 Storyboarding 55801 Photography with a Digital Camera* 55804 Photography Composition 55911 Digital Videography: An Introduction**
Hours 12 12 6 12 9 12 6 12
Required Business Courses (3): 55623 Marketing with Social Media 55701 Projects in Digital Arts choose one: 55615 Web Analytics with Google 55620 Website Marketing and Search Engine Optimization 55622 Marketing and Self Promotion for Digital Artists 55624 Starting a Digital Arts Business 55627 Portfolios for Photographers and Designers 55633 Social Media Marketing: Advanced Strategies
9 15 6 6 6 6 6 6
Required Computer Courses (3): 56312 Photoshop: Intermediate 58201 Principles of Accessible Web Design 58231 WordPress: Beginning
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Concentration Courses (3-6): Choose the Design or Development Concentration, a combination of the two, or both concentrations. Design Concentration (choose 3): 56212 Illustrator: Intermediate 56313 Photoshop: Advanced 57111 Flash: Beginning 58123 Dreamweaver: Advanced
12 12 12 12
Development Concentration (choose 3): 58191 Responsive Web Design with Bootstrap 58411 JavaScript: Beginning 58415 HTML5, CSS3 and JQuery 59411 Web Programming with PHP and MySQL: Beginning
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Electives (1 or more): Any 1 or more Digital Arts courses (54000-59999) for a total of 8-16 hours
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* A digital camera (any type) is required for this class. ** A digital video camera or digital stills camera with video capability and tripod are required for this class.
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Web Developer Certificate
Instructional Media Developer Certificate
14 courses required
16 courses required
Prerequisites (as needed): No. Course choose one: 51101 Windows: Operating System Basics 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track and take the following: 52181 Access: Beginning
Hours
Required Business Courses (2): 55625 Legal Issues in Digital Arts choose one: 55607 Find and Use Online Media 55615 Web Analytics with Google 55620 Website Marketing and Search Engine Optimization Required Courses (11): 52350 Relational Database Design Fundamentals 58101 Creating and Maintaining a Website* 58111 HTML: Beginning 58117 HTML and CSS 58121 Dreamweaver: Beginning 58201 Principles of Accessible Web Design 58221 Content Management Systems for Websites 58411 JavaScript: Beginning 59411 Web Programming with PHP and MySQL: Beginning choose two: 58191 Responsive Web Design with Bootstrap 58231 WordPress: Beginning 58415 HTML5, CSS3 and jQuery Elective (choose 1): 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction 56311 Photoshop: Beginning 57105 Principles of Motion Graphics 57111 Flash: Beginning 58122 Dreamweaver: Intermediate
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Prerequisites (choose one as needed): 51101 Windows: Operating System Basics 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track
12 12 8
Required Design Courses (3): 55101 Graphic Design and Visual Communication 55125 Designing for the Web 55231 Storyboarding
15 12 9
Required Business Courses (2): 55607 Find and Use Online Media 55625 Legal Issues in Digital Arts Required Computer Courses (11): 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction 56121 InDesign: Beginning 56311 Photoshop: Beginning 57105 Principles of Motion Graphics 57151 Building Instructional Media with Adobe Captivate 57601 Digital Audio: An Introduction 58101 Creating and Maintaining a Website 58111 HTML: Beginning 58121 Dreamweaver: Beginning 58201 Principles of Accessible Web Design 58221 Content Management Systems for Websites
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Web Administrator Certificate
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Pre/Corequisites: No. Course Online Instructor Certificate
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Web Analytics with Google Explore new interests or get expert advice on technical issues. FREE sessions open to the public.
Google Analytics is the most popular tool available for measuring the traffic on your site. Join Web Developer Jeff Brody in an exploration of how web analytics can help you gain a better understanding of your website and your visitors. Wednesday, October 15 5:15pm-6:30pm See our website for additional infoBytes.
No need to register. It’s free. Bring a friend. This session meets in room 219 at UNM Continuing Education. 1634 University Blvd. NE. RSVP to digitalarts@dce.unm.edu.
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Multimedia Certificates
LEVEL II 14-20 courses required Prerequisites (as needed): Multimedia certificate Level I, as needed, or equivalent experience
LEVEL I 21-27 courses required Prerequisites (choose 1 as needed): No. Course 51101 Windows: Operating System Basics 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics窶認ast Track Required Design Courses (5): 55101 Graphic Design and Visual Communication 55103 Typography 55125 Designing for the Web choose one: 55102 History of Graphic Design 55322 History of Photography choose one: 55201 Drawing to Illustration Basics 55231 Storyboarding Required Business Courses (3): 55604 Writing Creative Copy for Print and Web Media 55607 Find and Use Online Media 55625 Legal Issues in Digital Arts Required Computer Courses (10): 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction 56311 Photoshop: Beginning 56391 Color Management and Calibration 57105 Principles of Motion Graphics 57601 Digital Audio: An Introduction 58101 Creating and Maintaining a Website 58111 HTML: Beginning 58121 Dreamweaver: Beginning 58221 Content Management Systems for Websites choose one: 56211 Illustrator: Beginning 57111 Flash: Beginning 58122 Dreamweaver: Intermediate
Hours 12 12 8 15 12 12 12 12 12 9 9 6 8 12 12 3 9 9 12 12 12 6 12 12 12
Concentration Courses (3-9): Choose a minimum of three classes from the concentrations below. Design Concentration (choose 3): 56121 InDesign: Beginning 56122 InDesign: Intermediate 56181 Acrobat Pro: Working with PDFs 56185 Digital Prepress
12 12 8 12
Photography Concentration (choose 3): 55801 Photography with a Digital Camera* 55804 Photography Composition 56312 Photoshop: Intermediate 56361 Lightroom: Beginning
12 6 12 12
Video Concentration (choose 3): 55911 Digital Videography: An Introduction** 12 57311 Premiere: Beginning 12 57411 Motion Graphics and Visual Effects with After Effects 12 57911 Final Cut Pro X: Professional Post Production 2 18
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Required Design Courses (3): No. Course 55121 Graphic Design and Visual Communication II 55123 Logo Design 56392 Color Theory in Digital Media
Hours 12 12 6
Required Business Courses (3): 55623 Marketing with Social Media 55701 Projects in Digital Arts choose one: 55615 Web Analytics with Google 55620 Website Marketing and Search Engine Optimization 55622 Marketing and Self Promotion for Digital Artists 55624 Starting a Digital Arts Business 55627 Portfolios for Photographers and Designers 55633 Social Media Marketing: Advanced Strategies Required Computer Courses (choose 5): 57112 Flash: Intermediate 58117 HTML and CSS 58122 Dreamweaver: Intermediate 58123 Dreamweaver: Advanced 58201 Principles of Accessible Web Design 58231 WordPress: Beginning 58411 JavaScript: Beginning
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Concentration Courses (3-9): Choose a minimum of three classes from the concentrations below. Design Concentration (choose 3): 56123 InDesign: Advanced 56128 InDesign: Online Portfolios 56212 Illustrator: Intermediate 56312 Photoshop: Intermediate
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Photography Concentration (choose 3): 55810 Using Natural Light in Digital Photography* 55823 Digital Photography Techniques* 55828 Creating Depth in Digital Photography* 55837 Digital Photography Workflows*
12 12 12 6
Video Concentration (choose 3): 55912 Documentary Videography II** 57312 Premiere: Intermediate 57323 Final Cut Pro: Advanced Editing/Finishing Techniques 57361 DaVinci Resolve: Introduction to Color Grading
12 12 16 16
* A digital camera (any type) is required for this class. ** A digital video camera or digital stills camera with video capability and tripod are required for this class.
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Digital Photography Certificates
LEVEL II 13 courses required
LEVEL I 14 courses required Prerequisites (as needed): No. Course 51115 Organize Your Files and Photos 55807 Choosing the Right Digital Camera 55808 Getting Started with Your Digital Camera choose one: 51101 Windows: Operating System Basics 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics窶認ast Track Required Photography Courses (6): 55322 History of Photography 55801 Photography with a Digital Camera* 55804 Photography Composition* 55810 Using Natural Light in Digital Photography 55823 Digital Photography Techniques 55828 Creating Depth in Digital Photography Required Business Course (1): 55625 Legal Issues in Digital Arts Required Computer Courses (6): choose one:* 54303 iPhoto: Beginning 56361 Lightroom: Beginning take the following: 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction* 56105 Scanning and Digitizing Photos: Basics* choose one:* 56311 Photoshop: Beginning 56331 Photoshop Elements: Beginning take the following: 56312 Photoshop: Intermediate* 56391 Color Management and Calibration*
Hours 6 3 3 12 12 8 12 12 6 12 12 12 8
8 12 12 3 12 12 12 3
Electives (1 or more): Any 1 or more Digital Arts courses (54000-59999) for a total of 8-16 hours.
Digital Photography Basics Certificate *For a shorter entry-level certificate, take the classes listed with an asterisk above to complete the Digital Photography Basics Certificate for a total of eight classes. Please see our website for complete details.
Prerequisites (as needed): Digital Photography Certificate Level I courses, as needed, or equivalent experience Required Design and Photography Courses (3): No. Course 55101 Graphic Design and Visual Communication 55822 Professional Lighting Techniques 55837 Digital Photography Workflows Photography Electives (choose 4): 55824 Nature and Landscape Photography in Digital 55825 Photographing People in Digital 55827 Digital Wedding Photography 55830 Digital Black and White Photography 55831 Architectural Photography 55832 Sports and Action Photography 55834 High Dynamic Range Photography 55911 Digital Videography: An Introduction* 55912 Digital Videography II* OR any other Digital Photography and Videography (55800-55999) course for 12 hours Required Business Courses (3): 55623 Marketing with Social Media 55701 Projects in Digital Arts choose one: 55607 Find and Use Online Media 55622 Marketing and Self Promotion for Digital Artists 55624 Starting a Digital Arts Business 55627 Portfolios for Photographers and Designers 55633 Social Media Marketing: Advanced Strategies Required Computer Courses (choose 2): 56121 InDesign: Beginning 56211 Illustrator: Beginning 56313 Photoshop: Advanced 56392 Color Theory in Digital Media Electives (1 or more): Any 1 or more Digital Arts courses (54000-58999) for a total of 8-16 hours
Hours 15 12 6 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
9 15 6 6 6 6 6 12 12 12 6
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Note: A digital camera is required for the Digital Photography Certificates. A tripod is also required for the Level II certificate.
See our webpage for the most current camera and tripod requirements for those certificates that require equipment.
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Photography and Videography Certificate
Digital Filmmaking Certificate
15 courses required
18-21 courses required
Prerequisites (as needed): 51115 Organize Your Files and Photos 55807 Choosing the Right Digital Camera 55808 Getting Started with Your Digital Camera choose one: 51101 Windows: Operating System Basics 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track Required Photography and Videography Courses (7): No. Course choose one: 55322 History of Photography 55332 History of Filmmaking take the following: 55801 Photography with a Digital Camera 55804 Photography Composition choose two: 55810 Using Natural Light in Digital Photography 55823 Digital Photography Techniques 55828 Creating Depth in Digital Photography choose two: 55911 Digital Videography: An Introduction 55912 Digital Videography II 55921 Documentary Videography Required Business Course (1): 55625 Legal Issues in Digital Arts Required Computer Courses (7): choose one: 54303 iPhoto: Beginning 56361 Lightroom: Beginning take the following: 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction 56311 Photoshop: Beginning 56312 Photoshop: Intermediate 56391 Color Management and Calibration choose one: 57311 Premiere: Beginning 57322 Final Cut Pro: Beginning–Intermedidate 57911 Final Cut Pro: Professional Post Production* choose one: 57361 DaVinci Resolve: Introduction to Color Grading 57601 Digital Audio: An Introduction
6 3 3 12 12 8 Hours 12 12 12 6 12 12 12 12 12 12 8
8 12 12 12 12 3 12 24 24 16 9
Note: A digital camera and a video camera or digital stills camera with video capability are required for this certificate. A tripod is also required.
Prerequisite (choose one as needed): 51101 Windows: Operating System Basics 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track Required Courses (6): No. Course 55231 Storyboarding choose one: 55322 History of Photography 55332 History of Filmmaking and take the following: 55804 Photography Composition 55911 Digital Videography: An Introduction 55912 Digital Videography II 55921 Documentary Videography
12 12 8 Hours 9
Required Business Courses (2): 55625 Legal Issues in Digital Arts 55701 Projects in Digital Arts Required Computer Courses (7): 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction 56311 Photoshop: Beginning 57105 Principles of Motion Graphics choose one: 57311 Premiere: Beginning 57322 Final Cut Pro: Beginning–Intermedidate 57911 Final Cut Pro: Professional Post Production and take the following: 57361 DaVinci Resolve: Introduction to Color Grading 57411 Motion Graphics and Visual Effects with After Effects 57601 Digital Audio: An Introduction
12 12 6 12 12 12 8 15 12 12 9 12 24 24 16 12 9
Concentration Courses (3-6): Choose a minimum of three classes from the concentrations below. Video Concentration (choose 36 hours minimum): 57311 Premiere: Beginning 57312 Premiere: Intermediate 57322 Final Cut Pro: Beginning–Intermedidate 57911 Final Cut Pro: Professional Post Production 57323 Final Cut Pro: Advanced Editing/Finishing Techniques
12 12 24 24 24
Motion Graphics Concentration (choose 3): 55201 Drawing to Illustration Basics 57211 Illustrator: Beginning 57111 Flash: Beginning 57112 Flash: Intermediate
12 12 12 12
Notes: A video camera is required for this certificate. A tripod is also required. For Apple certification, see Apple Certified Pro: Final Cut Pro.
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Music Production Certificate
Apple Creative Professional for Video
Apple Certified Pro: Final Cut Pro
4 courses required
1 course and 1 exam required Prerequisites (as needed): No. Course choose one: 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track OR basic knowledge of Macintosh OS X and take the following: 56311 Photoshop: Beginning 57105 Principles of Motion Graphics OR basic knowledge of editing terminology Required Course (1): 57911 Final Cut Pro X: Professional Post Production*
Hours 12 8 12 9 24
Required Exam (1): 57990V Apple Pro Apps Certification Exam Session
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Apple Creative Professional for Music
Apple Certified Pro: Logic Pro 1 course and 1 exam required Prerequisites (as needed): No. Course choose one: 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track OR basic knowledge of Macintosh OS X and take the following: 57601 Digital Audio: An Introduction OR basic knowledge of audio terminology Required Course (1): 57981 Logic Pro X* Required Exam (1): 57990V Apple Pro Apps Certification Exam Session
Hours 12 8 0-9
Prerequisite (choose one as needed): No. Course 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track Required Courses (4): 55607 Find and Use Online Media 57601 Digital Audio: An Introduction 57691 Music Promotion and Distribution choose one: 57611 Logic Pro: Beginning-Intermediate 57981 Logic Pro X
Hours 12 8 6 9 6 24 24
Note: For Apple certification, see Apple Certified Pro: Logic Pro.
Social Media Certificate 10 courses required
Prerequisites (choose one as needed): No. Course Hours 51101 Windows: Operating System Basics 12 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 12 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track 8 Required Courses (10): 55604 Writing Creative Copy for Print and Web Media 9 55605 Social Media: Facebook, Twitter and Linked-In 3 55607 Find and Use Online Media 6 55608 Facebook 6 55609 Creating Blogs 6 55615 Web Analytics with Google 6 55620 Website Marketing and Search Engine Optimization 6 55623 Marketing with Social Media 9 55625 Legal Issues in Digital Arts 8 55633 Social Media Marketing: Advanced Strategies 6
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Adobe Series Certificates
Digital Arts Courses
4 courses required to earn each certificate.
Prerequisite (choose 1 as needed): 51101 Windows: Operating System Basics 54101 Mac Operating System: Basics 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track OR basic computer familiarity
12 12 8
Adobe InDesign Certificate Required Courses (4): 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction 56121 InDesign: Beginning 56122 InDesign: Intermediate 56123 InDesign: Advanced
12 12 12 12
Adobe Illustrator Certificate Required Courses (4): 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction 56211 Illustrator: Beginning 56212 Illustrator: Intermediate 56213 Illustrator: Advanced
12 12 12 12
51115 Windows: Organize Your Files and Photos Do you or those in your organization waste valuable time searching for your important files and photos? Learn to effectively organize and manage documents and programs with a systematic approach to file, folder, and disk creation, naming, and placement. Learn the rules and suggestions for naming, renaming, finding, copying, deleting, and backing up files. Prerequisite: Basic computer experience. $219 For: 6 hours Fall Spring Summer
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When available, sign up for all four courses in an Adobe certificate as a series at one time and receive a discount. See our website for currently available series and costs.
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51010 Learn to Use a Computer at any Age Using a computer is for everyone! This beginning computer course for adults acquaints the novice with computer terminology, essential concepts, and best of all—actual experience at the computer. Topics include startup and shutdown procedures, keyboard and mouse operation, and an overview of popular computing functions. Each student will work at his or her computer and will have access to a computer practice space between classes. $139 For: 8 hours Fall Spring Summer 51101 Windows 7: Operating System Basics Learn the basic functions of Windows, how to customize its setup, and create and work with shortcuts. Work with the Taskbar, Windows Explorer, Control Panel, file management, Accessories, the Find utility, and on-line Help. Prerequisite: Basic computer experience. $279 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer
Adobe Dreamweaver Certificate Required Courses (4): 58111 HTML: Beginning 58121 Dreamweaver: Beginning 58122 Dreamweaver: Intermediate 58123 Dreamweaver: Advanced
Windows Basics
12 12 12 12
Adobe Photoshop Certificate Required Courses (4): 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction 56311 Photoshop: Beginning 56312 Photoshop: Intermediate 56313 Photoshop: Advanced
ComputerS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
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Apple 54010 Learn to Use a Mac: An Easy-Paced Introduction Become acquainted with fundamental computer terminology and the Mac in a relaxed, easy-paced setting. Work with the Mac’s basic functions by learning about startup and shutdown procedures, keyboard and mouse operation, and other computer functions specific to the Mac. Get a brief introduction to some of the Mac’s built-in applications for composing letters, reading PDF files, sending emails and surfing the Internet. This course is for the computer novice. Note: See Course Skills Assessment on page 56. Prerequisite: None. $179 For: 6 hours Fall Spring Summer
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54101 Mac Operating System: Basics Get hands-on training with the Mac’s latest user-friendly operating system. Learn the basics of file management, navigating the Finder, setting up the Dock, customizing preferences, creating and saving files and backing up your computer. Become familiar with the concepts of peripherals, utility applications and cloud computing with iCloud. Note: See Course Skills Assessment on page 56. Prerequisite: 54010 or equivalent experience. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 54102 Mac Operating System: Intermediate Take a closer look at the Mac operating system and its many customization options. Topics include an in-depth look at disk organization, creating and managing multiple user accounts, software installation, using Keychain Access for password management, working with the Disk Utility program and an enhanced use of Spotlight to find files and data. Using the Apple System Profiler and tips for working more efficiently are also covered. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $299 For: 12 hours Fall 54111 Mac Operating System: Basics—Fast Track Are your Mac skills a little rusty? Do you already know Windows and want to learn to use a Mac? At a faster pace, learn about file management, navigating the Finder, setting up the Dock, customizing preferences, creating and saving files and backing up your computer. Become familiar with the concepts of peripherals, utility applications and cloud computing with iCloud. Note: See Course Skills Assessment on page 56. Prerequisite: A basic knowledge of any version of OS X or a working knowledge of Windows. $299 For: 8 hours Fall Spring Summer 54118 Mac OS X Applications Your Mac comes with a full set of applications to meet most every computing need. Learn tips, tricks and techniques for using these applications to increase your productivity and enhance your Mac experience. Examine Mac applications for creativity, productivity and archiving such as Safari, Mail, Preview, TextEdit, iTunes, iPhoto, Contacts, Calendar, FaceTime, Messages, Notes, and Time Machine. In addition, use Apple’s App Store to acquire addition applications, both free and for purchase. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $349 For: 16 hours Fall Spring
54119 Mac OS X Administering and Networking It’s easy to string a cable between two computers so they can talk to each other. But when things go wrong it can cost as much as the computer itself to correct it. Examine how to install, configure, and maintain networks of two to 100 Apple computers, iPhones, and iPads using Ethernet and WiFi. In typical simple Mac-like style, learn all of the components that make up both small and large networks, how to properly install and configure these components, and how to keep everything running trouble-free. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $259 For: 8 hours Spring 54122 Mac Maintenance and Support Learn how to keep your Mac running smoothly and efficiently. Avoid downtime and costly repairs by learning to prevent issues before they occur and to troubleshoot, diagnose and correct them when they do. Using Mac utilities like System Information, Activity Monitor, Disk Utility, Terminal and others, discover how to optimize your Mac’s performance, locate and repair damaged files, boot from a secondary source along with other important maintenance practices and procedures. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $219 For: 8 hours Spring 54131 Practical Paranoia: OS X Security Essentials for Home and Business While Windows users have learned to deal with daily malware and hacker assaults, Macintosh users have had an easy go of it. Until now! In this workshop you will learn how to fully secure your documents, email, web browsing, and entire Internet experience against malware, criminals, hackers, even the government. Learn the security protocols used by the NSA to protect their own computers from data breach. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or equivalent experience. Suggested: Bring your Mac computer to class with OS X version 10.7 or later installed. $429 For: 16 hours Fall Spring 54151 Mac OS X Support Mastery Prepare to become a competent and confident Mac support professional. Topics include installation and setup, user accounts, using the command line interface, file systems, data management and backup. We also cover how applications function, running Boot Camp, network configuration, providing network services, and how to work with all types of peripherals. The class final assignment is to create your own automated installer. Prerequisites: 54101/11 and 54118 or equivalent experience. $1499 For: 32 hours Spring
Get Ahead with a Tutorial Elective Explore a topic in more depth. Two-hour one-on-one Tutorial Electives are available in Digital Arts if you have taken a related class of six hours or longer. Contact Caroline Orcutt at 505-277-6037 to request your instructor, date and time. Some restrictions may apply. $199. 28
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54303 iPhoto: Beginning Learn to use iPhoto’s simple yet impressive editing and organizing tools to enhance the composition and quality of your digital photos and easily manage hundreds of pictures. Topics include cropping and rotating, adjusting brightness and contrast, removing red eye, basic retouching, creating a simple slideshow, and using titles, comments, and key words for easy searching and photo retrieval. Also included is a demonstration of iPhoto’s more sophisticated features such as exposure and color correction, special effects, slideshows, photo sharing, iCloud integration, and creating cards, calendars, and hardcover photo albums of your pictures. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $219 For: 8 hours Summer 54305 Navigating the iPad For many, the Apple iPad is becoming the personal computer of choice. Discover what makes the iPad a valuable extension to your computer experience or why you might replace your traditional computer altogether. Learn about its intuitive touch interface “Gestures”, how to work with apps, configure basic settings, and explore other features unique to this device. Prerequisite: Basic computer experience. Suggested: Bring your iPad to class. $99 For: 3 hours Fall Spring Summer 54306 iCloud and the Apple Experience Apple iCloud seamlessly integrates the power and convenience of cloud computing with Apple computers, iPads and iPhones. Discover the numerous features of iCloud available within OS X, iOS and third-party applications to manage documents, music, photos, email, contacts, calendars and more. Learn how to keep your files and information synced and accessible from anywhere at anytime. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $99 For: 3 hours Fall Spring Summer
54321 Apple iPad and iOS: Beginning The Apple iPad has become an essential tool for personal, business and classroom use. Get an introduction to key features and tips on enhancing productivity. Learn how to interact and navigate its touch interface; download, work with, and manage apps; configure settings; sync files from a computer and the internet; and explore basic troubleshooting techniques. Examine how the iPad’s operating system, iOS, is also common to the iPhone and iPod touch. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. Bring your iPad to class. Suggested: 54305 Navigating the iPad. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring 54328 iPad Apps The iPad experience is defined by its expansive app ecosystem. Explore apps provided by Apple with every iPad, including Safari, Mail, Messages, Contacts, Calendar, Reminders, Notes, Photos, iTunes, Maps, and more. Discover other useful Apple and third-party apps using the App Store, learn how to interact and multi-task with apps for increased productivity using key iOS features and cloud based services, and the importance of settings in app functionality. Prerequisite: 54321; bring your iPad to class. $219 For: 8 hours Fall Spring 54990V Apple Certification Exam Session Register to take your Apple IT exam at our AATC facility. Notes: Exams are non-refundable. Prices are subject to change and may vary by exam. Transfers are permitted within the same semester only. Call 505-277-6037 to inquire about exam prep and retake discounts. Prerequisite: Varies by exam. Retakes: $100. Documentation of previous exam taken at our facility required for all retakes. For Apple Pro Apps exams, see 57990V. $150 For: 2 hours Fall Spring Summer
Graphic Design and Visual Communication
iPad Audio
Not only has the iPad become an essential tool in both classrooms and businesses, it has grown and matured into a powerful portable workstation for musicians, podcasters, sound designers, and audio engineers. See page 50 for our new iPad Audio class. iPad Audio: In is the New Out-of-the Box Dec 6 Sa 9am-4pm $209 See our website for additional offerings. 30
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55101 Graphic Design and Visual Communication Learn to create an effective layout for any graphic design project. Discover the principles of design for clear and attractive visual communication. Topics include an introduction to advertising, publication, and web design; logos and letterhead packages; layout; typography; and color theory. Note: Equipment and materials cost about $25; a materials list will be available the first day of class. Prerequisite: None. Suggested: 55201. $339 For: 15 hours Fall Spring Summer
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55102 History of Graphic Design Explore the language of visual communication by looking at design’s rich history. Topics covered include the development of visual communications from the earliest pictographs to the work of contemporary designers and illustrators. Students complete a design project by the last class. Note: Equipment and materials cost about $25; a materials list will be available the first day of class. Suggested text: A History of Graphic Design by Philip B. Meggs. Prerequisite: 55101. $299 For: 12 hours Spring 55103 Typography Typography, the art and craft of selecting and setting type, can make or break a layout. Focusing on the critical awareness of type, topics include the history of type and its language, how to choose and specify type, type categories, type as a visual element, creative typography, and type design. Equipment and materials cost about $25; a materials list will be available the first day of class. Prerequisite: 55101. $299 For: 12 hours Fall 55123 Logo Design Create effective logos by understanding the processes, strategies, applications and roles that logos play within brand identity. Learn about different types of logos through case studies, design history, and critical examination. Students produce a corporate identity project. Equipment and materials cost about $25.00; a materials list will be available the first day of class. Prerequisite: 55101. Suggested: 55102, 55201, 56211. $299 For: 12 hours Spring 55125 Designing for the Web Explore the process of designing a website, including conceptualizing, structuring, and applying design principles to create visually appealing and highly usable solutions. With an emphasis on design principles and information architecture best practices, topics include setting up a site map, designing an interface, and creating comprehensive storyboards. Note: Equipment and materials cost about $25; a materials list will be available the first day of class. Prerequisites: 55101 and working knowledge of the Internet. $299 For: 12 hours Summer
55201 Drawing to Illustration Basics Develop a solid foundation in freehand drawing that will enhance your abilities in any visual communication project. Learn perspective drawing, how to use line, value, contrast, light and shadow to capture simple and complex shapes. Move on to illustration techniques to create professional black and white illustration from concept to final rendering using media such as pencil, pen and ink, acrylic and gouache. Note: Equipment and materials cost about $40; a materials list will be included on your registration receipt. Please bring these materials to the first class session. Prerequisite: None. $299 For: 12 hours Fall 55231 Storyboarding Whether you’re working with video, animation, or designing a web site, streamline your production by pre visualizing it with a storyboard. Learn how to portray action and motion in a scene, communicate your creative ideas more effectively, and plan navigation within your web site. Various types of storyboard techniques are discussed. Note: Materials cost about $5; a materials list will be included on your registration receipt. Please bring these materials to the first class session. Prerequisite: None. $229 For: 9 hours Summer 55322 History of Photography This class provides a fascinating historical overview of photography from its beginnings in the nineteenth century to the advanced applications of today’s digital photography. We’ll explore the significant trends in technology, aesthetics, journalism and scientific applications. A field trip to a local gallery or museum may be arranged. Note: Materials cost about $5; a materials list will be available the first day of class. Prerequisite: None. $299 For: 12 hours Fall 55332 History of Filmmaking Learn how film evolved from its beginnings at the amusement park to become today’s most powerful visual medium. We’ll look at some of film history’s most famous movies, discuss narration and storytelling, and pinpoint the role of a good cameraman for a successful movie. Prerequisite: None. $299 For: 12 hours Spring
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Business, MARKETING AND SOCIAL MEDIA 55604 Writing Creative Copy for Print and Web Media Enhance your company’s image with copy that sparkles, attracts attention and wins new customers. Learn the basics of copywriting techniques for print advertisements, direct mail, broadcast, sales literature, public relations and electronic media. Emphasis is placed on developing a creative strategy, market position and segmentation, writing for the buying cycle, messaging and persuasive writing. In addition, we analyze landmark creative campaigns from some of the world’s most successful companies. Suggested text: The Copywriter’s Handbook by Robert W. Bly. Prerequisite: None. $239 For: 9 hours Fall Spring 55605 Social Media: Facebook, Twitter and Linked-In Social media supports the human need for social interaction with other people using the Internet to broadcast media, dialogue and content. Learn the basics of using Facebook and get an overview of how Twitter and LinkedIn compare. Topics include finding the right site, choosing how to use a site, creating a profile, searching for contacts, establishing relationships, and learning online behavior. Note: To learn about using social media for business and marketing, see 55623. Prerequisite: 55101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $99 For: 3 hours Fall Spring 55607 Find and Use Online Media NEW The Internet is literally bursting with compelling digital media, but how do you find and use that content correctly? Find free music, images, and video you can use or remix in your own creative works. Learn about Creative Commons, open access licenses, and the public domain, and use sites that by definition say Yes to use. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. Suggested: 55625. $179 For: 6 hours Fall Spring 55608 Facebook NEW Connect with friends and associates on Facebook! Learn how to create an account, find Facebook Friends, and manage your account settings and privacy on Facebook. Discover how to navigate your News Feed and Timeline. Share news, photos and videos, interact with others and set up a Facebook page. Learn the best ways to chat and how to send private messages. Note: To learn about using social media for business and marketing, see 55623. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $179 For: 6 hours Fall Spring
55609 Creating Blogs NEW Create a free blog hosted on WordPress.com. Choose a name for your blog, learn how to manage the settings to control your blog. Find a theme you like and learn how to add posts. Work with images and image galleries. Learn about plugins and widgets. If you go on to create a self-hosted WordPress blog, all the knowledge from this class will apply. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. Suggested: 58101 and 58111. $179 For: 6 hours Fall Spring 55615 Web Analytics with Google NEW Google Analytics is the most popular tool available for measuring traffic on your website. Learn about web analytics and how to use Google Analytics to get a quantitative understanding of how well your website is meeting your business needs. Evaluate the effectiveness of your search engine optimization and social media strategies; spot “pain points” that keep a visitor from converting to a customer; and develop a continuous quality improvement process for your site. We’ll look at the reports Google Analytics generates, how to interpret them, how to set and review Performance Benchmarks, and how to use visitor data to drive improvements to your website. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience, and Internet experience. . $179 For: 6 hours Fall Spring 55620 Website Marketing and Search Engine Optimization Discover cutting-edge methods for marketing your website from the ground up, starting with selecting and registering domain names to taking advantage of banner advertising. Learn how to optimize your site for search engines, find the right company to host your website, and use Google Analytics to track statistics. Prerequisites: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience, and Internet experience. $179 For: 6 hours Fall 55622 Marketing and Self Promotion for Digital Artists Develop materials to promote yourself, your business and/or your art online and offline. From media kits to promotional calendars, your view of self-marketing will move forward exponentially as a result of this content-packed, practical class. Artists, designers and other professionals will plan and execute publicity tactics with confidence as a result. Prerequisite: None. $179 For: 6 hours Spring
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55623 Marketing with Social Media Expand awareness for your business or job search by combining traditional and social media. Market 24/7 with an Internet storefront showcasing who you are and what you do. Learn about a range of tactics that can help you stand out: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Google+ Pinterest, plus social bookmarking, blogs, YouTube and many other options add exposure to your website. Take charge of your Internet reputation. Focus on strategies for distinguishing your company from that of your competition or ways to stand out as a job applicant. Prerequisite: None. Suggested: 55605. $239 For: 9 hours Fall Spring Summer
55701 Projects in Digital Arts Synthesize the material learned in the Digital Arts Program with the individual attention needed to fill in any gaps. This course is for the advanced Digital Arts student who has the skills necessary to plan and produce a portfolio project. A project is chosen at the first meeting, so bring your ideas. Students create at least one portfolio piece to be displayed or published. Note: Cost of materials varies; materials will be discussed the first day of class. Prerequisite: Any Digital Arts Level I certificate or equivalent experience. $339 For: 15 hours Fall
55624 Starting a Digital Arts Business Do you want to start your own Digital Arts business? Get information about the complete process, from considerations at the conception stage to getting a business license to, most importantly, getting clients. Learn how to deal with both digital and analog clients in a digital format world. We cover business planning, equipment, accounting and finances, pricing and selling, and production. Prerequisite: None. $179 For: 6 hours Fall
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55801 Photography with a Digital Camera Learn the basics of photography as you explore the capabilities of your digital camera. Discover what aperture, shutter speed, and white balance are and how they affect your photographs. Find out how and when to use flash, and experiment with photographic composition to get the most out of your camera--and yourself! Recommended for those new to photography as well as film photographers who want to make the switch to digital. Note: Bring your camera, manual and extra batteries to class. Prerequisite: Must have a digital camera (any type). Suggested: 55807, 55808. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 55804 Photography Composition One definition for photographic composition is simple: the pleasing selection and arrangement of subjects within the picture area. In general, good pictures result from careful attention to some basic elements of composition, together with appropriate lighting and an interesting subject. Become familiar with the practical applications of the key elements of composition to improve your photography: point of interest, simplicity, contrast, balance, framing, viewpoint, direction of movement, diagonals, and rule of thirds. Prerequisite: None. $179 For: 6 hours Fall Spring Summer 55807 Choosing the Right Digital Camera Whether you’re looking to buy your first digital camera, upgrade your existing digital camera, or use a digital camera in conjunction with your film camera, you’ll want to make the right choice. Gain the tools you need to make a decision that’s right for your professional or personal photography goals by discussing megapixels, zoom values, and JPG and RAW file formats. Find out how to transfer photos from camera to computer or print digital photos without ever using a computer at all! Note: To learn how to use your digital camera, see 55801 or 55808. Prerequisite: None. $99 For: 3 hours Fall Spring Summer
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55808 Getting Started with Your Digital Camera Learn how to best use the point-and-shoot capabilities of your office or personal digital camera. Find out how to download photos from your camera to a computer. If you’ve been assigned to use your office digital camera or you don’t yet feel comfortable using your digital camera yet, this is the perfect way to get started! Notes: Bring your camera, batteries, memory card, manual, and cables to class. For a more extensive course in digital photography, see 55801. Prerequisite: Must have a digital camera (any type). Suggested: Working knowledge of Windows or Mac OS. $99 For: 3 hours Fall Spring Summer 55810 Using Natural Light in Digital Photography Take advantage of natural light, regardless of the situation, while improving your compositional skills. Practice and improve your knowledge of digital photography with local field trips and subsequent critiques. Find out how to take better photos, without having to buy an expensive and complicated camera and without getting bogged down in a lot of technical details. Note: Bring your camera, manual and extra batteries to class. Prerequisites: 55801, must have a digital camera (any type). $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 55822 Professional Lighting Techniques for Digital Photography Create exceptional digital photographs by increasing your understanding of light. The quantity and quality of light directly affect the outcome of your photographs. Discover how to see light and then determine how the camera will respond to that light. Learn about ISO, exposure, white balance, color temperature, and color spaces. Setting up lighting equipment on location and in the studio will be covered, including basic studio lighting in your home or office. Prerequisite: 55801, must have a digital camera with manual capabilities. Suggested: 55823, digital SLR. $299 For: 12 hours Fall 55823 Digital Photography Techniques UPDATED Improve your digital photography skills through a deeper understanding of how the digital imaging system works, and enhance your creative control over the image in printing and electronic/web display. Topics include workflow, RAW vs. JPG files, histograms, off camera flash, metering techniques for proper exposure, strategies for achieving correct white balance, how to select the correct lens for a situation, and in-camera vs. post processing of files. Fine-tune your photographic skills by practicing new composition techniques, and learn the basics of product photography. Note: Bring your camera, manual, and extra batteries to class. Prerequisites: 55801, must have a digital camera with manual capabilities. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer
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55824 Nature and Landscape Photography in Digital Combine your natural talent with a solid working knowledge of your digital camera while in the great outdoors. Produce better results by applying basic techniques and an understanding of what works better and why. Topics include photographic gear, digital cameras, lenses and basic optics, when to shoot and how to make the most of your day, techniques and composition, night photography, astrophotography, and accessories. An outdoor excursion is included. Prerequisites: 55801, must have a digital camera with manual capabilities. $299 For: 12 hours Spring 55825 Photographing People in Digital Produce great digital pictures of people, indoors or outside. This class covers the basics of posing and lighting your subjects to get the look you want and to get the best results from your photos. Learn to take quality candid photos of adults and children at work or at play. Discuss the importance of lighting and lens selection. Use the techniques learned to photograph your classmates on a special class field trip. Prerequisites: 55801, must have a digital camera with manual capabilities. Suggested: 55821 or 55823. $299 For: 12 hours Spring Summer 55827 Digital Wedding Photography Learn the basics of digital wedding photography with your creative talent. Class topics will cover when to shoot in RAW and when to shoot in JPEG, essential camera equipment, lens selection, photography styles based on client needs, day readiness, and presenting your customer outstanding finished prints. There will be an outdoor field trip to simulate an on location event photographing your classmates using the topics learned in class. Prerequisites: 55801, must have a digital camera with manual capabilities. Suggested: 55823. $299 For: 12 hours Spring 55828 Creating Depth in Digital Photography Create a strong sense of depth in your photos by utilizing in-camera controls and making the most of photographic opportunities. Topics include the use of aperture and focal length to control depth of field and a comprehensive understanding of how light, background and textures can be used to make your images pop. Prerequisites: 55801, must have a digital camera with manual capabilities. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring
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55830 Digital Black and White Photography Explore creative techniques to create interesting and artistic black and white photographs using a digital camera. Discuss unique methods of exposure to develop various moods for your subject. Learn the benefits of photographing in JPEG and RAW, and when to utilize in-camera digital techniques to enhance your black and white photograph. Basic black and white developing utilizing Adobe Lightroom will be discussed. Composition techniques and lens selection will also be covered. Prerequisite: 55801, must have a digital camera with manual capabilities. $299 For: 12 hours Fall
55832 Sports and Action Photography Sports and action photography is all about being in the right place at the right time. Each sport has predictable and unpredictable moments. From your child’s soccer game to professional level sports, discover the best approaches to creating memorable images. Tackle the challenges of working both indoors and outdoors and get a grasp on exposure, lens selection and courtside access and etiquette for all sports. Prerequisite: 55801 and working knowledge of your digital camera in manual mode; must have a digital camera with manual capabilities. Suggested: 55823, telephoto lens. $299 For: 12 hours Spring
55831 Architectural Photography Tackle the challenges of photographing architecture and interiors. Explore the history of architectural photography, design theory and the aesthetics of compositional elements. Using exposure, depth of field, lens choices and color theory, find out how to evaluate a location and determine the best angles. In addition, learn about the technical issues of artificial and natural light and the materials used within the built environment to recognize differing qualities of light. Prerequisites: 55801, 56311/31 and must have a digital camera with manual capabilities. $299 For: 12 hours Spring
55834 High Dynamic Range Photography Learn how to create fantastic High Dynamic Range (HDR) images. Determine how many images are needed for a great HDR image, what lighting conditions are best for HDR photography, and combine shots with Photoshop and Photomatix HDR software to create an HDR radiance photo file. In addition, explore the software settings and finishing techniques for popular HDR styles and discuss additional software available in the market for HDR processing. Prerequisites: 55801, 56311/31 and must have a digital SLR camera. $219 For: 8 hours Spring 55837 Digital Photography Workflows NEW Increase your digital photographic efficiency by reviewing your workflow from camera to computer to output. Learn how all aspects of your workflow affect the outcome of your images. This class focuses on the integration of processes for shooting, color management and digital processing with an emphasis on Lightroom and Photoshop. Topics include camera preparation for optimum file sizes and the process of downloading from camera to computer and backup systems. Note: Bring your camera, batteries, memory card, manual, cables to class. Prerequisites: 55801, 56311/31 and must have a digital camera (any type). Suggested: Bring your laptop to class if you have one. $179 For: 6 hours Spring
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55911 Digital Videography: An Introduction Develop your technical and creative skills as a digital videographer. Learn how to achieve satisfying and professional-looking footage using your own digital video camera. Implement some basic skills and shooting techniques. Topics include: video formats, camera capabilities, features and operation, camera control, movement and composition, types of shots that make up a scene, sound, light, and how to shoot with editing in mind. Note: Bring your video camera, manual and extra batteries to class. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of your digital video camera; must have a digital video camera (any type) or digital stills camera with video mode. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 55912 Digital Videography II Achieve satisfying and professional-looking footage using your personal digital video camera by applying basic skills and shooting techniques. Emphasis is on hands-on training and video exercises. Topics include camera movement and composition, types of shots that make up a scene, basic lighting setups, microphones and audio, and how to shoot with editing in mind. Prerequisites: 55911, must have a digital video camera (any type) or digital stills camera with video mode. $299 For: 12 hours Summer 55921 Documentary Videography Acquire the essentials for making great documentaries. Examine excerpts from documentary films and get hands-on experience with typical shooting situations such as setting up for an interview and utilizing observational camera techniques. Topics include objective and subjective camera, interviewing techniques, documentary forms, and typical camera equipment. Prerequisite: 55911, must have a digital video camera (any type) or digital stills camera with video mode. $299 For: 12 hours Spring
Information Session Get information on certificate programs, courses and employment for Graphic Design, Web Design and Development, Digital Photography, Digital Filmmaking, Multimedia, Instructional Media, Music Production, Apple Certified Professional, Apple computer maintenance and more. Presented by Digital Arts Program Supervisor, Caroline Orcutt. Wednesday, August 20 Wednesday, January 21
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Computer Graphics 56101 Computer Graphics: An Introduction Explore the differences between raster and vector graphics and determine which is best for each project. Learn about file formats such as TIFF, JPEG, EPS, PDF, native, RAW data, and discover how they work within graphics software programs, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash and Dreamweaver. Additional topics include spot, RGB, CMYK, and Web color systems; 2D versus 3D graphics; and digital camera resolution conversions. This course provides important prerequisite information for all beginning courses in computer graphics. Note: See Course Skills Assessment on page 56. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 56105 Scanning and Digitizing Photos Whether you’re scanning photographic prints, negatives, slides or other originals, gain the information you need to buy and use a variety of scanners. Learn the basics of scanning, how to choose the right scanner, and how to use scanners with popular software like Photoshop or Photoshop Elements. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of Windows or Mac OS. $99 For: 3 hours Fall Spring Summer 56121 InDesign: Beginning Learn cutting-edge page layout with Adobe InDesign. Get an introduction to how a page layout program works and learn the basic tools and techniques. We cover character formatting, editing and linking text blocks, and importing text and graphics from other applications. In-class exercises emphasize the basic principles of typography and page layout. Prerequisites: 56101 and word-processing experience. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 56122 InDesign: Intermediate Refine your InDesign skills with in-depth use of text and graphics, including tools for paragraph formatting, tabs, paragraph and character styles, text wrap, and working with imported graphics. We also focus on working with multipage layouts, including Master Pages, automatic page numbering, and the Pages palette. Students work on a newsletter in class. Basic preparation of your document for a commercial printer will be discussed. Prerequisite: 56121/26. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer
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56123 InDesign: Advanced Increase your InDesign efficiency, and learn professional page layout tricks. Create long documents quickly using multiple Master Pages, sectioning, table of contents and index creation tools, and multi-file books. Data merge, libraries, Bezier drawing tools, tables, advanced typography techniques, an in-depth use of color, and prepress features are also covered. Prerequisite: 56122. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring 56126 InDesign: Beginning—Fast Track Are you switching to InDesign? Do you have experience with PageMaker, Publisher, or QuarkXPress? Do you need to get up and running quickly? Get a fast-paced introduction to all the basic InDesign tools and techniques. We cover character formatting, working with blocks of text, creating and working with simple graphics, as well as importing text and graphics from other applications. Prerequisite: Working knowledge of any page layout software. $299 For: 8 hours Fall Spring Summer 56128 InDesign: Online Portfolios UPDATED An online portfolio is a must for designers and anyone who creates visual media. Learn how to showcase your work by creating an online portfolio using InDesign’s interactive features--all without knowing any code! Topics include creating galleries, buttons, hyperlinks, animation, and adding audio and video for a truly dynamic interactive portfolio. Students will create an online portfolio in class. Prerequisite: 56121. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring 56130 InDesign: ePublishing for eReaders InDesign is now a professional authoring tool for ePublications. Find out about publication formatting for eBooks, exporting files for ePub, adding audio and video to your publication, and the basics of converting your print files to ePub. We will also discuss PDF and ePUB support for dedicated e-reader device models and customer demands. Prerequisite: 56122. $299 For: 12 hours Spring 56134 InDesign: Digital Publishing for Tablets Align with current publishing trends by creating media-rich interactive publications to view on the iPad and other tablets. Using InDesign together with the Adobe Digital Publishing Suite (DPS), learn to develop interactive navigation, slide shows, and panoramas. Add audio and video, pan and zoom capabilities, and bring web content directly into the publication. Prerequisite: 56121/6. Suggested: 56128. $299 For: 12 hours Fall
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56181 Acrobat Pro: Working with PDFs Utilize the note-making and markup capabilities of Acrobat Pro to make notations to documents for editing and updating. Set up navigation features to make it easy for users to link to other pages, web pages, or other PDFs. Learn how to create electronic forms. Discover how a PDF opens for a user, how to make limited text changes in a PDF, and embed media such as audio and video. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $219 For: 8 hours Spring Summer 56185 Digital Prepress Learn to prepare digital files for commercial printing in this introduction to electronic prepress technology. Discover the fundamental terms and technology involved, including pagination, spot and process color, trapping, registration, color separations, halftones and printing technologies. Master the basics of preparing quality files in InDesign, QuarkXPress, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat. Prerequisites: 56121/6, 56311. Suggested: 56181, 56211. $299 For: 12 hours Spring 56211 Illustrator: Beginning Use Adobe Illustrator to create PostScript art in both color and black and white. Learn the basic tools and techniques, including geometric and freeform drawing tools, transformation tools and path editing, paint and type tools, and exporting art for output. Special emphasis is given to the ways Illustrator facilitates drawing. Students work on illustration projects in class. Prerequisite: 56101. Suggested: 55201. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 56212 Illustrator: Intermediate Delve deeper into the creative power and the productive rewards of computer illustration. Topics include creating and using gradients, advanced type use, an in-depth look at Illustrator’s color controls, and plug-in filters. Several illustrations and single-page displays are presented for use in class. Prerequisite: 56211. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 56213 Illustrator: Advanced Learn advanced computer illustration techniques such as blending, masking, compound paths, pattern fills, importing art from other programs, and using layers. Discuss advanced output topics, including trapping and separations. Students practice putting these techniques together to create complex illustrations. Prerequisite: 56212. $299 For: 12 hours Summer
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56311 Photoshop: Beginning With Adobe Photoshop you can do everything from retouching photos to creating original illustrations and collages. Apply lighting and color corrections and correct lens distortions to enhance your photos. Learn about the importance of camera RAW files and how to process them. Use the retouching tools, painting techniques and basic filters to improve or alter your photos. Additional topics include file formats, working with type, using Adobe Bridge, and an introduction to basic selections and layers. Prerequisite: 56101. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 56312 Photoshop: Intermediate Learn advanced selection methods to selectively adjust images. Work with a variety of layer techniques to combine, enhance and transform your images. Organize and cross-index your image collection with Bridge. Learn about color modes, photo touchup and restoration techniques. In addition, further explore the power of Adobe Camera Raw. Prerequisite: 56311/31. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 56313 Photoshop: Advanced Navigate Photoshop like the pros! Discover advanced techniques for enhancing photographs and compositing images, advanced use of layers (layer masks, layer comps, smart objects, smart filters), advanced selections and special effects with channels, automating and batch processing. The course includes exercises in enhancing a variety of images and creating complex collage-based art. Prerequisite: 56312. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring 56331 Photoshop Elements: Beginning Use Photoshop Elements (an inexpensive version of Photoshop) to color-correct, crop, and fine-tune your photographs. Add text and other enhancements to your photos, and explore several methods of sharing them, including via email and printing. Understand the differences between JPEG, TIFF, and camera RAW formats, and discuss the basics of color management. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. Suggested: 56101. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring 56361 Lightroom: Beginning Adobe Lightroom is an ideal photo editing tool for beginners and seasoned photographers alike. With Lightroom, getting your photography into the digital workflow on your computer is easier than ever. Import, process, manage, and showcase your images from one shot to an entire shoot. Enjoy tight integration with Photoshop allowing you to quickly make changes and then see the updated effects in Lightroom. Learn how to import photos, organize them, make changes and color corrections, and use Lightroom to present your images to an audience. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. Suggested: 56101. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring
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56391 Color Management and Calibration Find out how to get what you see on your monitor to match what comes out of your printer. The key is calibration and consistent color management. Learn the basics, so that you can select and use calibration hardware and color management software to get consistent results for your digital photos, design proofs, and more. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $99 For: 3 hours Fall Spring 56392 Color Theory in Digital Media Color is a critical part of design--whether your project is destined for print, web, video or other media. A clear understanding of color theory and practical applications is the key to using color with confidence. Learn to apply theory in digital applications, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Flash, Dreamweaver and more. Learn the differences and applications for Pantone, CMYK, RGB, Hexadecimal colors, and other important color tools. The psychology of color and color harmonies are also addressed. Prerequisite: 56101. $179 For: 6 hours Fall Spring
Film and Multimedia 57105 Principles of Motion Graphics Learn how photography, video, illustration, and animation are choreographed to produce attractive and dynamic motion graphics and interactive media. A brief history of motion graphics, and its importance in film, television, and digital media is discussed. Topics include design and concept considerations, compositing tools and techniques, criteria for output delivery to digital media, and key workflow strategies for developing interactive media. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $279 For: 9 hours Fall Spring 57111 Flash: Beginning Work with Adobe Flash’s timeline-based animation system to create animated presentations for delivery in a wide variety of formats. Topics include using Flash drawing tools, creating animations with keyframes and tweening, linking Flash movies together into websites or other presentation formats, and publishing Flash movies for delivery on the Web, CD or DVD. Prerequisite: 56101 or 57105. Suggested: 56211, 57105. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring
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57112 Flash: Intermediate Take your Flash animation to the next level! Create custom gradients for 3D effects in artwork, and work with shape tweening and animation along a path. Add simple interactivity with ActionScript, Flash’s increasingly powerful authoring language. Learn to control large projects with scenes. Add event sounds and soundtracks to presentations, and synchronize animation and sound. Prerequisite: 57111. $299 For: 12 hours Spring 57151 Building Instructional Media with Adobe Captivate Adobe Captivate provides quick and easy ways to create training objects for computer-based training or web-based training (CBT/WBT). Explore the easy-to-learn tools for creating presentations, software demonstrations, quizzes and more. In addition, learn how using Captivate will assist in making your training 508 compliant. Best practices for creating CBT or WBT are also discussed. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring 57311 Premiere: Beginning Learn the basics of video and audio editing using the non-linear editing (NLE) system Adobe Premiere. Topics include traditional editing vs. NLE, DV capture, importing, editing, transitions, keying, effects, audio, titles, and digital movie file export formats. Students assemble several short movies that demonstrate various editing techniques for video and sound. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11. Suggested: 57105, 56311 or basic knowledge of editing terminology. $329 For: 12 hours Fall Spring 57312 Premiere: Intermediate Go beyond the fundamentals of video and sound editing and learn more advanced non-linear editing techniques: keyframes, motion effects, chromakeying, video codecs for the Internet, and advanced titling. Import music from a CD or MP3 Player, and create soundscapes by mixing audio tracks. Prerequisite: 57311. $329 For: 12 hours Spring 57322 Final Cut Pro: Beginning-Intermediate UPDATED Final Cut Pro X is a revolutionary video editing application that helps beginners and seasoned professionals achieve stunning results. In this three-day hands-on course, students become familiar with the user interface while they learn how to perform editing functions. Students work with real-world media to learn practical approaches to video editing—from basic techniques to Final Cut Pro’s powerful advanced features. Notes: This class is equivalent to 57911. Class 57911 includes one Apple Certification Exam Session at a reduced price. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or basic knowledge of Mac OS X, must have Mac OS X experience. Suggested: 57105 or basic knowledge of editing terminology. $799 For: 24 hours Fall Spring Summer 48
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57323 Final Cut Pro: Advanced Editing and Finishing Techniques NEW Expand your video editing skills to include professional editing enhancements and features, focusing on media management, editing workflows and finishing techniques. Topics include library and media management, advanced trimming, creating auditions, secondary storylines and compound clips to streamline your postproduction workflow. This class is ideal for intermediate editors with a desire to expand their editing efficiency and skills. Prerequisite: 57322/911. $429 For: 16 hours Fall Spring 57361 DaVinci Resolve: Introduction to Color Grading NEW Get an introduction to DaVinci Resolve, whether you’re an experienced colorist or a first time user. Learn the operational side of Resolve along with some practical real world training on workflows, color theory, grading approaches and techniques. Resolve is ideal for beginning colorists, editors, DITs, DPs, and VFX folks, or anyone with a desire to work with color correction and grading in video. Students are encouraged to download Resolve Lite and become familiar with the interface prior to the start of class. Prerequisite: 56101 and 57311 or 57322/911 or equivalent experience with any non-linear editing software. Suggested: 56392. $429 For: 16 hours Fall Spring 57411 Motion Graphics and Visual Effects with Adobe After Effects Learn the fundamentals of animating digital images and title sequences to integrate them into live action. In this exploration of motion graphics and visual effects, topics include: setting up a composition, keyframe techniques, layer essentials, adjustment layers, creating and synchronizing motion, 3D space, camera and lighting basics, and creating animated text. Additional exercises include green screen work, sky replacement, tracking and rotoscoping. Prerequisite: 57105. Suggested: 57311 or 57322/911. $329 For: 12 hours Fall
Audio and Music Production 57601 Digital Audio: An Introduction Learn the fundamentals of computer recording. Topics include multitrack recording, podcasting basics, virtual instrument and effect plugins, two-track editing, understanding file formats, computer audio hardware basics, and Internet audio. Prerequisite: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience. $279 For: 9 hours Fall Spring Summer
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57611 Logic Pro: Beginning-Intermediate UPDATED This three-day hands-on course introduces students to Logic Pro’s primary features and basic user interface. Students learn how to generate a customized audio and MIDI configuration that will seamlessly integrate with their own personal production studio. Students also create their own song using Logic Pro’s comprehensive array of software instruments, Apple Loops, and DSP effects. In-depth lessons cover MIDI and audio recording, streamlined editing and arrangement techniques, user defined key commands, automation, using external MIDI controllers, mixing, and creating final output. Notes: This class is equivalent to 57981. Class 57981 includes one Apple Certification Exam Session at a reduced price. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or basic knowledge of Mac OS X, must have Mac OS X experience. Suggested: 57601 or basic knowledge of audio terminology. $799 For: 24 hours Fall Spring Summer 57631 iPad Audio: In is the New Out-of-the-Box NEW Not only has the iPad become an essential tool in both classrooms and businesses, it has grown and matured into a powerful portable workstation for musicians, podcasters, sound designers, and audio engineers. Get an introduction to app based multi-track audio recording, synthesizers, drum machines, audio effects, audio mastering, and midi control. Learn about different iOS peripheral audio/midi hardware compatibility, how to integrate the iPad into a more standard computer recording setup, as well as how to do it all “inside the box” and on the go. Key apps demonstrated: Auria, Garageband, Animoog, Tabletop, Audiobus, and Final Touch. Prerequisite: 57601 or equivalent experience. Bring your iPad to class. $209 For: 6 hours Fall 57691 Music Promotion and Distribution Learn the ins and outs of promoting and distributing your independently produced music online. Emphasis on getting your music into online stores such as iTunes, Amazon, etc. Mastering, artwork, radio, movie, TV placements, management, touring, licensing, and copyrights are topics that will also be covered. Prerequisite: None. $209 For: 6 hours Spring
Course Skills Assessments for the computer prerequisites Windows Operating System (51101), Mac Operating System (54101/11) and Computer Graphics (56101) prerequisites are found on page 56.
Apple Creative Professional for Video AND Music 57911 Final Cut Pro X: Professional Post Production UPDATED Final Cut Pro X is a revolutionary video editing application that helps beginners and seasoned professionals achieve stunning results. In this three-day hands-on course, students become familiar with the user interface while they learn how to perform editing functions. Students work with real-world media to learn practical approaches to video editing—from basic techniques to Final Cut Pro’s powerful advanced features. Notes: This is an AATC course. One Apple Certification Exam Session is included, valid for six months upon completion of the class. This class has a 14-day advance notice cancellation policy. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or basic knowledge of Mac OS X, must have Mac OS X experience. Suggested: 57105 or basic knowledge of editing terminology. $899 For: 24 hours Fall Spring Summer 57981 Logic Pro X UPDATED This three-day hands-on course introduces students to Logic Pro’s primary features and basic user interface. Students learn how to generate a customized audio and MIDI configuration that will seamlessly integrate with their own personal production studio. Students also create their own song using Logic Pro’s comprehensive array of software instruments, Apple Loops, and DSP effects. In-depth lessons cover MIDI and audio recording, streamlined editing and arrangement techniques, user defined key commands, automation, using external MIDI controllers, mixing, and creating final output. Notes: This is an AATC course. One Apple Certification Exam Session is included, valid for six months upon completion of the class. This class has a 14-day advance notice cancellation policy. Prerequisite: 54101/11 or basic knowledge of Mac OS X, must have Mac OS X experience. Suggested: 57601 or basic knowledge of audio terminology. $899 For: 24 hours Fall Spring Summer
UNM Continuing Education is the only Apple Authorized Training Center in New Mexico. We offer Apple Training for certification in Final Cut Pro and Logic Pro, Apple’s premiere video editing and music production software. We also offer Mac IT training. We administer exams for all Apple Certifications, including all Pro Apps, iWork, and Mac OS X exams.
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57990V Apple Certification Exam Session Register to take your Apple Pro Apps exam at our AATC facility. Notes: Exams are non-refundable. Prices are subject to change and may vary by exam. Transfers are permitted within the same semester only. Call 505-277-6037 to inquire about exam prep, retake discounts and exam sessions included with the Apple Creative Professional classes. Prerequisite: Varies by exam. Retakes: $100. Documentation of previous exam taken at our facility required for all retakes. For Apple IT exams, see 54990V. $150 For: 2 hours Fall Spring Summer
58117 HTML AND CSS Developed to work hand-in-hand with both HTML and XHTML, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) has played a significant role in bringing the power of desktop publishing to web page design. Learn to use CSS to change the colors, fonts, paragraph-indents, and even the layout of a web page—or an entire website, for that matter—with just a few keystrokes. Explore different ways to make your pages look good, discover how using CSS can improve functionality, and how it works in HTML-editors such as Dreamweaver. Prerequisite: 58111. Suggested: 58121. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer
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58121 Dreamweaver: Beginning This powerful web-authoring program puts both visual design and sophisticated HTML tools at your fingertips. Topics include setting up the Dreamweaver environment, using type and graphics, adding links, and using tables. The basics of applying Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) to HTML elements, and adding Adobe Edge web fonts are covered. Learn how to upload your site to a web server and ensure efficient site management with browser testing and validation. Prerequisites: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience, and Internet experience. Suggested: 58111. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer
58101 Creating and Maintaining a Website: An Introduction Get an overview of the tools and techniques involved in creating and updating websites. Discuss the practical matters of file organization, site navigation and content update strategies. Students get hands-on experience with Dreamweaver and HTML text editors. The process of uploading files is also covered. Prerequisites: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience, and Internet experience. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 58105 Create a Simple Website Using free web design tools, create a website about your family, your hobbies, or anything that interests you. Learn strategies for planning your hobby site, creating and linking individual web pages, and adding images for visual appeal. At the end of class, sign up for free web space and upload a live website! Prerequisites: Working knowledge of Windows and the Internet. $129 For: 6 hours Spring 58111 HTML: Beginning Enhance your ability to control the looks and functionality of your Web pages by learning HTML and XHTML, the closely related languages that programs such as Dreamweaver use behind the scenes. Use code to add graphics, links, and tables to your pages, and explore the power of CSS to format text consistently and quickly. Gain an understanding of the similarities and differences between HTML and XHTML, and practice using FTP to upload your pages to a live Web server. Prerequisites: 51101 or 54101/11 or equivalent experience, and Internet experience. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer
58122 Dreamweaver: Intermediate Take your web-authoring skills to the next level. Learn to use Dreamweaver’s new CSS Designer panel, create layouts using HTML5 structural elements, and learn the basics of designing for devices from smartphones to desktop computers using Dreamweaver’s ‘Mobile First’ methodology. Add interactivity with HTML forms and CSS3 properties, and automate page development and maintenance with templates, library items and snippets. Learn efficient site management techniques, including site assets, and file check-in/check-out. Prerequisites: 58111, 58121. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 58123 Dreamweaver: Advanced Take full advantage of Dreamweaver for advanced web authoring. Create cutting edge responsive web design layouts with advanced CSS media queries and Dreamweaver’s fluid grid system. Add sophisticated interactivity, including CSS rollovers, jQuery widgets, and image galleries. Customize and extend Dreamweaver functionality with extensions. Finally, add video, sound and other media elements to web pages using HTML5 elements and Flash for sites that work on desktop and mobile devices. Prerequisite: 58122. Suggested: 58411. $299 For: 12 hours Spring
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58191 Responsive Web Design with Bootstrap NEW Expand your web design repertoire, future-proof your websites and empower your users with Responsive Web Design. New tools like Twitter Bootstrap make the process of designing a site suitable for multiple mobile and desktop devices more effective than ever before. Learn the basics of good responsive design practices; how to work with responsive grid layouts, images and typography; the role of media queries; and specifically how Bootstrap makes building a responsive site easier. Prerequisite: 58101 or 58111. $299 For: 12 hours Fall Spring 58201 Principles of Accessible Web Design As many as 20% of World Wide Web users experience some form of disability. This means that they might not be able to use your site to its best potential. Learn to construct attractive, standards-based websites that are usable by people of all ability levels, with and without assistive technologies such as screen readers and video captioning software. We’ll discuss designing for four major obstacles to usability (visual, audio, mobility, and cognitive), and learn how to build websites according to Federal and international standards for accessibility, validating our designs using industry-standard tools. Also included is a discussion of assistive technologies such as screen readers and video-captioning software. Prerequisite: 58101 or 58111. $209 For: 6 hours Fall Spring 58221 Content Management Systems for Websites Content management systems (CMS) are becoming increasingly popular for the authoring and administration of websites. These software systems provide a means to control the presentation of sites, as well as a database for storing site content. But CMSes vary in complexity and flexibility. Survey several popular CMSes, including WordPress, ExpressionEngine, Joomla, Drupal and Plone, as well as the popular Learning Management System (LMS), Moodle. Discuss the pros and cons of each and arm yourself with knowledge to make the right decision when choosing a CMS. Prerequisite: 58111. Suggested: 58117 or 58121. $179 For: 6 hours Spring Summer
58411 JavaScript: Beginning Build dynamic and interactive web pages using JavaScript. Develop a familiarity with fundamental scripting concepts such as objects, properties, and methods. Learn how to create image rollovers and pop-up windows, and use the Document Object Model (DOM) for basic form validation. Prerequisite: 58111. Suggested: 58117. $329 For: 12 hours Fall Spring Summer 58415 HTML5, CSS3 and jQuery UPDATED Learn how the cool tricks get done with HTML5, CSS3, and JQuery. Use semantic elements such as nav, header and footer. Find out about native browser features such as audio, video, and canvas as well as some of the form input elements. Explore features of CSS like drop shadows and web fonts before turning to a quick introduction to JQuery. Exercises will include several different ways to create a slide show for a webpage, a look at AJAX, and some dynamic visual elements using jQuery UI. Prerequisites: 58117 and 58411. $329 For: 12 hours Spring 59411 Web Programming with PHP and MySQL: Beginning Receive an introduction to the open-source web programming language, PHP, and discover why so many web developers prefer to use it with MySQL (an open-source database technology) for their data-driven applications. Learn the basics of the PHP language and how to use PHP to generate your HTML. Get acquainted with the MySQL database, and learn to use PHP and MySQL together. Develop real world web-based applications in class. Prerequisites: 58111, 58121. $329 For: 12 hours Spring Summer
58231 WordPress: Beginning WordPress is a free, open source publishing system that allows users without technical expertise in design and development to create and manage a blog with ease. But more than blogs, WordPress can be used as a Content Management System (CMS) for a variety of websites. Learn how to set up and configure WordPress to meet your needs, whether for a blog, a personal site or a business site. Choose themes and plugins to further enhance and customize WordPress. Prerequisites: 58101, 58111, and 58117 or 58121. Suggested: 55125. $299 For: 12 hours Spring Summer
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Course Skills Assessments To place yourself in the right class, refer to the course assessments below. If you can answer 8 out of 10 questions for the appropriate assessment, you probably do not need to take the class. If you cannot answer 8 out of 10 questions, you probably need to take the class. For additional information or questions, please call 505-277-6037. LEARN TO USE A COMPUTER/MAC (51010/54010) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Define hardware and memory. What is a microprocessor or CPU? Describe the difference between a hard drive and a CD drive. Describe the difference between operating system and application software. List some popular word processing, spreadsheet, database, and graphics programs. Define bytes, kilobytes, megabytes, and gigabytes. Explain mouse operations such as click, double-click, right-click, click-and-drag. What is anti-virus software? List three input devices and three output devices. List three storage devices and describe how they are different from each other.
OPERATING SYSTEM BASICS (51101/4101/11) 1. Describe the difference between files and folders. How do you move and copy files between folders? How do you find a lost file or folder? 2. How do you move and resize a window? 3. What is a shortcut (Windows) or alias (Mac) and how do you create one? 4. What is the Recycle Bin (Windows) or Trash (Mac)? 5. Describe how to launch a program. 6. Describe how to change the mouse properties and the desktop display. 7. What is the Taskbar (Windows) or Dock (Mac)? 8. What is the Start Menu (Windows) or Apple Menu (Mac)? 9. List the keyboard shortcuts for cut, copy, and paste. 10. Describe how to eject a disk or CD.
Computer Graphics: An Introduction (56101) 1. Explain the difference between raster and vector graphics. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each? 2. List two programs that work with raster graphics and two programs that work with vector graphics. List two programs for page layout and two for web design. 3. Define PostScript and describe some of its uses. 4. Define aliasing and anti-aliasing. 5. Define resolution and explain how it is measured. Indicate a standard resolution for print and one for web. 6. List three graphics file formats and explain when you would use each. 7. When would you rasterize a graphic and when would you trace a graphic? 8. Describe what a Bezier curve is and where you would find one. 9. Describe what a pixel is and where you would find one. 10. Define color depth (bit depth).
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