Course Description

Overview of visual communication fields and the programs of study in Visual Media Design. Lectures provide an overview of professional practice in fields such as graphic design, illustration, imaging, publication design, and web front end development. The course further explores programs of study in VMD, transfer options and concrete employment opportunities in the Bay Area. Students will identify potential career options, explore the necessary skills to succeed in these fields, and outline a future program of study.

Prerequisites

None

Course Format

This Canvas-based course is structured as an online lecture series with a series of assignments broken into weekly modules. Students will also be expected to regularly participate in online group discussions related to the subject matter. The final assignment will involve a one-on-one online advising session to be scheduled in advance.

Required Materials

None

Important Dates for Spring 2021

See the "Important Dates" section of the CCSF website for details. Note: as a short-term course some dates differ from full-term classes.

• Classes Begin: January 19

• Last Day to Drop for 100% refund: January 25

• Last Day to Add with instructor's approval: February 1

• Last Day to Drop without a 'W' symbol: February 1

• President’s Day Weekend Observed (College Closed): February 12-15

• Last Day to Opt for Pass/No Pass: February 3

• Flex Day (No Classes): March 2

• Last Day to Drop with a 'W' symbol: March 3

• Final Class: March 21

• Final Grades Available on MyRAM: June 11

Add/Drop Procedure

Please refer to the CCSF Add/Drop guidelines for enrolling in this class.

Course Syllabus