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The campus will remain closed until 12 noon Thursday, 02/13/25. Students should log into Canvas for specific class information from their instructors. Please contact event organizers for information on specific activities. Normal operations will resume at 12pm on Thursday.

Fundamentals of Graphic Design

Credit Hours: 

This course introduces students to the core principles of graphic design, including composition, typography, and color theory. Students will explore visual communication techniques used in advertising, branding, and digital media. The course also covers industry expectations, professional skills, and how to communicate with clients, preparing students for entry-level careers in design.

Key Learning Outcomes:

  • Apply design principles to create effective visual communication
  • Develop conceptual ideas and translate them into visual compositions
  • Understand balance, hierarchy, rhythm, and unity in design
  • Learn how to use typography and color theory to enhance legibility and visual impact
  • Speak confidently about design projects to clients, employers, and fellow designers

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Use Your Cell Phone as a Document Camera in Zoom

  • What you will need to have and do
  • Download the mobile Zoom app (either App Store or Google Play)
  • Have your phone plugged in
  • Set up video stand phone holder

From Computer

Log in and start your Zoom session with participants

From Phone

  • Start the Zoom session on your phone app (suggest setting your phone to “Do not disturb” since your phone screen will be seen in Zoom)
  • Type in the Meeting ID and Join
  • Do not use phone audio option to avoid feedback
  • Select “share content” and “screen” to share your cell phone’s screen in your Zoom session
  • Select “start broadcast” from Zoom app. The home screen of your cell phone is now being shared with your participants.

To use your cell phone as a makeshift document camera

  • Open (swipe to switch apps) and select the camera app on your phone
  • Start in photo mode and aim the camera at whatever materials you would like to share
  • This is where you will have to position what you want to share to get the best view – but you will see ‘how you are doing’ in the main Zoom session.