ARTS 55A
Graphic Design-Visual Communication I


Course Description

This course focuses on the analysis and interpretation of the elements and principles of design as applied to the practice of graphic design and visual communication. Emphasis is on the design process from visualization through production. The software used includes Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe InDesign.

Class Details

CRN Course Section Days Times Instructor Loc
35797 ARTS 55A 50Z ······· TBA-TBA Marco Marquez ONLINE
······· TBA-TBA

Class Materials: View textbook and/or other materials for this course available at the Bookstore.
Class Dates: This class runs from 2025-01-06 to 2025-03-28.
Footnote:
ARTS-055A-50Y: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .


Course Details

Units
4 Units
Hours
  • Weekly Lecture Hours: 3
  • Weekly Lab Hours: 3
Gen Ed
General Education Class
Program Status
Program Applicable
Credit
Credit - Degree Applicable
Grading Method
Letter Grading

Requisite and Advisory

Prerequisite
ARTS 53. or ARTS 54. or instructor approval
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